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VK03 XTA

2003 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,566 mi
Last recorded29,566 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 XTA
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 29,566 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 28,922 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 26,932 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 25,731 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 25,598 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 24,614 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 24,521 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2016 24,316 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 23,194 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 22,407 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 20,404 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 18,388 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 15,349 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 13,856 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 12,870 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 10,963 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 9,395 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 8,168 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 XTA is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 XTA, 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 XTA registered?

VK03 XTA is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is VK03 XTA safe to buy?

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