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WJ03 GFE

2003 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

69,690 mi
Last recorded69,690 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ03 GFE
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 69,690 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 67,295 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 65,473 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 60,669 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 17 May 2019 60,669 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 May 2018 58,001 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 57,139 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 52,090 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 52,090 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 6 May 2015 48,415 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 45,442 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 40,242 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 40,003 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 40,003 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 35,153 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 30,388 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 26,064 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,517 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 19,718 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2006 10,793 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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WJ03 GFE is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 WJ03 GFE, 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.

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What year was WJ03 GFE registered?

WJ03 GFE is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is WJ03 GFE safe to buy?

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