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VE05 NUV

2005 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,262 mi
Last recorded48,262 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 NUV
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2026 48,262 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 47,908 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 46,836 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 46,515 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 45,984 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 45,555 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 44,002 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 39,723 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 30,241 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 21,180 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 13,299 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 11,270 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 11,093 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 10,485 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 8,705 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 7,880 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 6,931 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 5,321 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 3,967 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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VE05 NUV is a 2005 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VE05 NUV, 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

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What year was VE05 NUV registered?

VE05 NUV is a 2005 BMW R1150, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is VE05 NUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE05 NUV 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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