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Y837 BEC

2001 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

56,561 mi
Last recorded56,561 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY837 BEC
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 56,561 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 56,543 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 55,420 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 55,420 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 54,242 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 53,055 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 51,194 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 45,881 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 44,177 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 42,503 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 39,987 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 38,378 miles

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

Rear brake caliper starting to bind slightly.

Pass 18 Feb 2012 36,738 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 35,804 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 34,217 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 32,302 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 29,091 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 25,553 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 17,973 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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Y837 BEC is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 Y837 BEC, 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 Y837 BEC registered?

Y837 BEC is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 12 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y837 BEC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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