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WV53 FTX

2003 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,250 mi
Last recorded22,250 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 22,250 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2025 21,967 miles

oil leak

Pass 10 May 2024 21,209 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 20,995 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 20,682 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 20,672 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 19,691 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 17,755 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 17,655 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 15,547 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 14,332 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 14,324 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 14,323 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 13,113 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 11,394 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 9,866 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 7,795 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 7,673 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 3,990 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 FTX is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FTX, 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 FTX registered?

WV53 FTX is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is WV53 FTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV53 FTX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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