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YT53 OWY

2003 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

46,714 mi
Last recorded46,714 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT53 OWY
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 46,714 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2025 46,159 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2025 46,142 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 42,966 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Unable to clearly see Brake Pad Condition. (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 39,313 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 32,672 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 32,654 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 30,865 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 26,862 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 24,191 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 19,665 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 17,505 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 16,651 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 15,971 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 14,952 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 13,613 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 12,750 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 11,374 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 10,333 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 8,453 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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YT53 OWY is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 27,443 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 YT53 OWY, 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 23 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 YT53 OWY registered?

YT53 OWY is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YT53 OWY safe to buy?

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