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FE03 OUB

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

40,594 mi
Last recorded40,594 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 OUB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 40,594 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 34,996 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 33,120 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 31,757 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 27,347 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 25,009 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 22,547 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 22,546 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 22,038 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))

Pass 5 Apr 2017 21,143 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 19,494 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired reflector poor (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit + slight bind (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 18,696 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 18,365 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 15,472 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 9,520 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 8,633 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 7,727 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 7,491 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 6,449 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 6,449 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 4,781 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 OUB is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 OUB, 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 OUB registered?

FE03 OUB is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is FE03 OUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 OUB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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