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Y257 GNN

2001 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,571 mi
Last recorded33,571 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY257 GNN
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 33,571 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 33,454 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 33,452 miles

Nearside Front slight weep from oil glass window

Slight rip on throttle grip

Pass 3 Jun 2022 33,452 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 33,452 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 33,416 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 33,337 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 31,923 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 31,830 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 31,774 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 30,981 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 30,760 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 30,490 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 29,019 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 28,159 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 26,441 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 23,883 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 21,581 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 19,872 miles

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

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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Y257 GNN is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 30,864 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 Y257 GNN, 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 25 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 Y257 GNN registered?

Y257 GNN is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y257 GNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y257 GNN shows 19 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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