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DE03 EUV

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,247 mi
Last recorded42,247 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 EUV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 42,247 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 37,724 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play needs shimmed up (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 35,660 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 29,721 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 22,769 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2020 22,769 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 18,981 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired RHS front caliper anti rattle spring bolt loose (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 18,981 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 12,696 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 12,687 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 9,020 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 8,571 miles

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

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

Fail 3 May 2007 8,277 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2007 8,277 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 7,771 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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DE03 EUV is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red 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 DE03 EUV, 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 DE03 EUV registered?

DE03 EUV is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 19 April 2003.

Is DE03 EUV safe to buy?

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