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WX52 LHN

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

39,381 mi
Last recorded39,381 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX52 LHN
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 39,381 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 36,739 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2024 36,739 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2023 34,065 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 31,460 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 30,705 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 30,309 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 30,049 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 29,678 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 28,610 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 28,610 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 27,702 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2015 27,702 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 25,712 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 24,761 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 23,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2012 23,008 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 20,664 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 18,961 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 18,781 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2008 17,214 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 15,622 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2005 9,799 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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WX52 LHN is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 WX52 LHN, 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 WX52 LHN registered?

WX52 LHN is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 17 January 2003.

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