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YL51 XAR

2001 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

36,262 mi
Last recorded36,262 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL51 XAR
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc
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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 36,262 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 35,862 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 35,491 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 35,195 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 34,708 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 34,708 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 34,113 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 33,817 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 33,344 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 33,097 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 32,814 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 34,242 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 31,283 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 29,212 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 29,212 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 27,724 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 26,409 miles

number plate lamp inoperative

Pass 20 Apr 2011 25,418 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 23,748 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 21,972 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 13,679 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 2,913 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 2,711 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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YL51 XAR is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 YL51 XAR, 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 YL51 XAR registered?

YL51 XAR is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is YL51 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL51 XAR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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