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VK03 EXB

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,718 mi
Last recorded74,718 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 EXB
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 May 2017 74,718 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2016 696,662 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 65,403 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 59,503 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 53,872 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 45,610 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 38,623 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 35,907 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 28,253 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 20,104 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 13,967 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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VK03 EXB is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VK03 EXB, 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 EXB registered?

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

Is VK03 EXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 EXB shows 11 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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