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AO53 FHZ

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,646 mi
Last recorded31,646 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 FHZ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2025 31,646 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 29,887 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 27,762 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 26,090 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 23,496 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 22,323 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 21,774 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 21,706 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 20,636 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 20,148 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 20,113 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 20,010 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 19,914 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 18,884 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 16,938 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 15,068 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 12,810 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,360 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 9,400 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 7,955 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R850?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,046
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 187
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 118
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
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AO53 FHZ is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 22,202 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 187 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO53 FHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R850 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this BMW R850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO53 FHZ registered?

AO53 FHZ is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is AO53 FHZ safe to buy?

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