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WV53 FTP

2003 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

26,726 mi
Last recorded26,726 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 FTP
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 26,726 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 26,015 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 25,522 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 25,372 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 24,726 miles

Offside Rear indicator temp repair

Pass 13 Aug 2021 23,471 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 22,188 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 21,515 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 21,299 miles

rear tyre valve damage

Fail 18 Aug 2018 21,299 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear tyre valve damage

Pass 21 Jul 2017 20,915 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 20,606 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 20,414 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

has cuts in front tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2014 19,951 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 19,276 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 19,121 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2011 18,256 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 17,698 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 16,032 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 13,370 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 10,284 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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WV53 FTP is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 WV53 FTP, 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 WV53 FTP registered?

WV53 FTP is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is WV53 FTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV53 FTP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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