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FE53 DLO

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

4,472 mi
Last recorded4,472 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 DLO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 4,472 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 4,410 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 4,309 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 4,280 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 4,236 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 4,231 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 4,126 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2016 4,109 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 4,086 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 4,077 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 4,077 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 3,841 miles

screw missing screen

Pass 11 May 2010 3,553 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 3,309 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 2,592 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 2,157 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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FE53 DLO is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FE53 DLO, 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 FE53 DLO registered?

FE53 DLO is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is FE53 DLO safe to buy?

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