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HN03 GJY

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,504 mi
Last recorded33,504 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN03 GJY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 33,504 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 33,271 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 33,056 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 32,129 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 30,485 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 29,935 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front f-tyre worn slightly unevenly /feathered

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 10 Mar 2021 29,935 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front f-tyre worn slightly unevenly /feathered

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 25,173 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 20,191 miles

Final Drive Oil Leak

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 18,357 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 18,357 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 18,048 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 17,520 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 17,336 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 16,577 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 15,844 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 15 Mar 2012 13,824 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 12,313 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 12,214 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 11,797 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 10,489 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 9,705 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 9,705 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 8,519 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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HN03 GJY is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HN03 GJY, 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 HN03 GJY registered?

HN03 GJY is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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The MOT history for HN03 GJY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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