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VK03 EXC

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,341 mi
Last recorded47,341 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 EXC
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 47,341 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 37,603 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 34,539 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 33,787 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 32,865 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 32,864 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 30,468 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2013 30,468 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 29,643 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 28,422 miles

front mudguard close to tyre

Pass 22 Jan 2010 27,682 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 24,210 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2008 18,700 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2007 12,160 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 8,012 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 EXC is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EXC, 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 EXC registered?

VK03 EXC is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is VK03 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 EXC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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