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FE03 OSR

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,083 mi
Last recorded51,083 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 OSR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2021 51,083 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 49,755 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 48,154 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 47,986 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 47,602 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 45,457 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 44,024 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 39,496 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 36,397 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2008 29,158 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2007 20,484 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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FE03 OSR is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 FE03 OSR, 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 FE03 OSR registered?

FE03 OSR is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is FE03 OSR safe to buy?

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