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SW52 HWO

2003 BMW R1150

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,054 mi
Last recorded45,054 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW52 HWO
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 45,054 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 41,041 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 40,814 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 39,824 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2019 39,824 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 39,266 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 37,995 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 37,091 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 34,787 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 27,915 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Apr 2012 26,696 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 May 2011 24,962 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 24,962 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 23,284 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 19,470 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 16,295 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 16,295 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 11,948 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2006 7,525 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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SW52 HWO is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SW52 HWO, 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.

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What year was SW52 HWO registered?

SW52 HWO is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 20 February 2003.

Is SW52 HWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW52 HWO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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