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W552 VLC

1999 BMW R 1150 Gs Adventure

Yellow Petrol 1130cc

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MOT Status

Expired

Expires8 Oct 2013

Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)

Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,336 mi

Last recorded12,336 miles

Recorded on9 Oct 2012

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW552 VLC

MakeBMW

ModelR 1150 Gs Adventure

Year1999

ColourYellow

Fuel typePetrol

Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

5 pass

Pass 9 Oct 2012 12,336 miles

Pass 5 Oct 2011 76,166 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 70,884 miles

Pass 28 Oct 2009 64,866 miles

Pass 14 Nov 2008 59,698 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R 1150 Gs Adventure?

Based on 768 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

93.4%

Pass Rate

1,438

Miles/Year

Year Lifespan

112

On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 4

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 2

wheel bearings have excessive free play 2

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W552 VLC is a 1999 BMW R 1150 Gs Adventure in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a BMW R 1150 Gs Adventure fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W552 VLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R 1150 Gs Adventure typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 27 years old, this BMW R 1150 Gs Adventure is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W552 VLC registered?

W552 VLC is a 1999 BMW R 1150 Gs Adventure, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W552 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W552 VLC shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W552 VLC have outstanding finance?

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