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VX52 YBU

2002 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,732 mi
Last recorded14,732 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 YBU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2026 14,732 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 14,325 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 14,000 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 13,629 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 13,388 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 13,086 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 12,016 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 10,882 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 10,640 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 10,413 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 10,185 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 9,636 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 9,235 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 8,439 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 7,896 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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VX52 YBU is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX52 YBU, 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

How do I check the history of VX52 YBU?

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What year was VX52 YBU registered?

VX52 YBU is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is VX52 YBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX52 YBU shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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