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FT03 HCE

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

32,192 mi
Last recorded32,192 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT03 HCE
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 32,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 31,977 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 31,695 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 31,425 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 30,575 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 29,249 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 27,535 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 26,604 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 24,932 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 24,807 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 24,365 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 23,403 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 22,161 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 21,222 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 20,349 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 20,333 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 18,169 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 14,397 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 13,793 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 10,217 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 9,915 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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FT03 HCE 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 95.2%.

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 FT03 HCE, 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 FT03 HCE registered?

FT03 HCE is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is FT03 HCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT03 HCE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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