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Y285 GNN

2001 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,426 mi
Last recorded100,426 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY285 GNN
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 100,426 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 92,276 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 86,069 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 82,152 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both front disc showing wear suggest replacement (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 77,372 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 72,032 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 72,032 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 67,382 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 64,423 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 60,529 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 60,529 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 56,323 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 56,323 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 51,326 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 47,058 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 47,058 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Feb 2007 36,845 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 26,561 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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Y285 GNN is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y285 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.

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What year was Y285 GNN registered?

Y285 GNN is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y285 GNN safe to buy?

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