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VK52 ZKJ

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

31,931 mi
Last recorded31,931 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK52 ZKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 31,931 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 31,930 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 31,351 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 31,262 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 30,475 miles

Drive shaft boot leaking (Slightly)

Fail 10 Mar 2012 30,475 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive shaft boot leaking (Slightly)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 27,115 miles

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

speedo cable mount broken and could get caught in front wheel

Pass 7 Nov 2009 26,373 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 25,906 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 24,009 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 21,069 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 18,403 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 16,545 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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VK52 ZKJ is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VK52 ZKJ, 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 VK52 ZKJ registered?

VK52 ZKJ is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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