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VK03 EWX

2003 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,798 mi
Last recorded38,798 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 EWX
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2015 38,798 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2014 25,501 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 22,697 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 21,411 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 20,822 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 11 Aug 2011 20,822 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 18,943 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

engine oil level low

Pass 13 Aug 2009 16,322 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 16,158 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 15,966 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 15,489 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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VK03 EWX is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VK03 EWX, 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 VK03 EWX registered?

VK03 EWX is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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The MOT history for VK03 EWX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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