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VU54 ZHL

2004 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

82,578 mi
Last recorded82,578 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 ZHL
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 82,578 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 79,932 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 77,021 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 76,955 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 76,846 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 76,564 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 76,528 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 75,695 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 71,732 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 71,732 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 63,592 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 53,707 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 45,872 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 36,993 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 29,750 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 29,750 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 19,780 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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VU54 ZHL is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 26,045 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VU54 ZHL, 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 22 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 VU54 ZHL registered?

VU54 ZHL is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 4 September 2004.

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The MOT history for VU54 ZHL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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