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SV53 YEL

2003 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,331 mi
Last recorded47,331 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 YEL
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 47,331 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 46,837 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2025 46,837 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 45,437 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 44,812 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 43,925 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 42,859 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 42,858 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 41,758 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 41,757 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 40,460 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 37,785 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 34,172 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 32,415 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,387 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 30,140 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,118 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 28,089 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 27,250 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 26,591 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 25,867 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 25,867 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2008 21,595 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 19,468 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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SV53 YEL is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 27,443 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 SV53 YEL, 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 23 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV53 YEL registered?

SV53 YEL is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is SV53 YEL safe to buy?

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