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Y542 LEH

2001 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

60,212 mi
Last recorded60,212 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY542 LEH
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 60,212 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 56,517 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2025 56,517 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 55,910 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 52,880 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 49,997 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 48,529 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 48,529 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2018 48,438 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 46,823 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 46,569 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 46,552 miles

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 28 Jun 2014 46,486 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 43,129 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 42,039 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 39,933 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 35,361 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 34,118 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 30,754 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 27,905 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 21,883 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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Y542 LEH is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 Y542 LEH, 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 Y542 LEH registered?

Y542 LEH is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 26 May 2001.

Is Y542 LEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y542 LEH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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