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Y266 RRS

2001 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

65,394 mi
Last recorded65,394 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY266 RRS
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 65,394 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 64,199 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 64,196 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2022 62,177 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 55,849 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 52,349 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2020 52,349 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 49,975 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 47,928 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated Inside rear of silencer (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 47,447 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 46,850 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 46,224 miles

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

Slight play in rear paralever bearings

Pass 7 Jul 2012 45,631 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 45,043 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 44,571 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2009 43,498 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2008 40,491 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 37,170 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 30,360 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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Y266 RRS is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 Y266 RRS, 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.

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What year was Y266 RRS registered?

Y266 RRS is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 9 April 2001.

Is Y266 RRS safe to buy?

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