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HV52 OUK

2003 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,305 mi
Last recorded85,305 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV52 OUK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 85,305 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 83,696 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 81,506 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 76,366 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 74,063 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 70,141 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 68,905 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 66,373 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 62,548 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 57,836 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 53,741 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 48,411 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 42,879 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 37,975 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 34,051 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 28,573 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 24,160 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 24,158 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 23,486 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 21,246 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 19,576 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 16,482 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2007 16,482 miles

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 11,395 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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HV52 OUK is a 2003 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HV52 OUK, 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 HV52 OUK registered?

HV52 OUK is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is HV52 OUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV52 OUK shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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