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ST55 UFX

2005 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,955 mi
Last recorded85,955 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 UFX
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 85,955 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2025 85,219 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 82,996 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 81,404 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 81,254 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 80,558 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 80,546 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 79,973 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 74,468 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 65,491 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 58,054 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2016 50,307 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 45,779 miles

Front Upper Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 45,779 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 41,788 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 40,036 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 36,724 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2011 33,660 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 28,393 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 18,882 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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ST55 UFX is a 2005 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 25,564 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ST55 UFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ST55 UFX?

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What year was ST55 UFX registered?

ST55 UFX is a 2005 BMW R1150, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is ST55 UFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST55 UFX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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