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EO03 DZB

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

33,598 mi
Last recorded33,598 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 DZB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 33,598 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 33,257 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 32,509 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 31,649 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 30,445 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 28,093 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 28,071 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 27,462 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 27,459 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 27,027 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 26,179 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 26,175 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 25,174 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 23,304 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 21,640 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 18,023 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 14,966 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 13,064 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 10,192 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 8,625 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 8,106 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2007 7,766 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 6,029 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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EO03 DZB is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 EO03 DZB, 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 EO03 DZB registered?

EO03 DZB is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is EO03 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO03 DZB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EO03 DZB have outstanding finance?

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