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CE03 YYT

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,535 mi
Last recorded41,535 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 YYT
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 41,535 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 41,354 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 41,102 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 41,079 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2017 40,661 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 39,568 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 38,351 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 37,146 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 33,135 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 33,135 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2009 22,851 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 9,389 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 9,389 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 8,575 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 7,223 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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CE03 YYT is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CE03 YYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE03 YYT registered?

CE03 YYT is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is CE03 YYT safe to buy?

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