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Y28 DTB

2003 BMW R1150

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

34,360 mi
Last recorded34,360 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY28 DTB
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 34,360 miles

brake warning light on

Pass 18 Mar 2025 33,913 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 33,908 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 33,889 miles

Rear Cut in tread but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 30 Apr 2021 33,795 miles

Rear cut in rear tyre not down to cords

Fail 30 Apr 2021 33,795 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear cut in rear tyre not down to cords

Pass 12 Apr 2019 33,735 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 33,613 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 33,523 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 33,467 miles

brake failure light staying on

Pass 7 May 2014 32,792 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 32,647 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 32,532 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 31,757 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 31,096 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 29,984 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 21,793 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 16,018 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 8,836 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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Y28 DTB is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Grey 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 Y28 DTB, 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 Y28 DTB registered?

Y28 DTB is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is Y28 DTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y28 DTB 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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