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VN51 CBO

2002 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

32,266 mi
Last recorded32,266 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN51 CBO
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 32,266 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 28,997 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 28,573 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 27,736 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 27,377 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 26,413 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 25,783 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 24,940 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 22,397 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 22,132 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 21,922 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 21,659 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2014 21,168 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2013 20,797 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 2 May 2013 20,797 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 20,381 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 19,716 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 19,195 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 18,494 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jan 2009 18,494 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 17,789 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 16,866 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 15,267 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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VN51 CBO is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 29,028 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 VN51 CBO, 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 24 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 VN51 CBO registered?

VN51 CBO is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is VN51 CBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN51 CBO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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