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SW03 PPX

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,510 mi
Last recorded26,510 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 PPX
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2026 26,510 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 26,454 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 26,314 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 25,479 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2021 23,842 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 23,570 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 22,776 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 21,871 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 20,687 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 12,902 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 9,521 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 9,432 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 9,415 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 9,390 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 9,196 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 9,016 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 8,070 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 6,460 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 5,042 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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SW03 PPX is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SW03 PPX, 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 SW03 PPX registered?

SW03 PPX is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is SW03 PPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW03 PPX shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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