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Y518 JEX

2001 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,116 mi
Last recorded36,116 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY518 JEX
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 36,116 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 35,545 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 35,348 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 34,617 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 34,617 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 32,117 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 31,025 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 30,327 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 29,901 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 29,901 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 29,813 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 28,006 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 23,681 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 23,561 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2013 23,307 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 23,274 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 23,138 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 22,407 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 21,231 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 20,504 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 19,524 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 18,120 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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Y518 JEX is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y518 JEX, 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 Y518 JEX registered?

Y518 JEX is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 16 August 2001.

Is Y518 JEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y518 JEX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y518 JEX have outstanding finance?

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