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Y426 UGW

2001 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,729 mi
Last recorded43,729 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY426 UGW
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 43,729 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 43,728 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 43,718 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 43,716 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 43,680 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 43,581 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 43,062 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 43,062 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 41,403 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 41,383 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 37,983 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 33,860 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 33,860 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 30,496 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 27,515 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 23,810 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 20,440 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2010 20,393 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 15,221 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 9,450 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 9,214 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 8,745 miles

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

Rear 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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Y426 UGW is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y426 UGW, 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 Y426 UGW registered?

Y426 UGW is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y426 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y426 UGW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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