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HV53 UPA

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,373 mi
Last recorded23,373 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 UPA
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 23,373 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 23,076 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 22,813 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 22,813 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 22,594 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 22,239 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 22,148 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 22,086 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 22,086 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 21,825 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 21,495 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 20,494 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 19,597 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 19,597 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 18,524 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 17,691 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 17,144 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 16,222 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 14,340 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 12,762 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 12,762 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 8 Sep 2008 12,010 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 12,010 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 11,027 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 9,999 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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HV53 UPA is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HV53 UPA, 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 HV53 UPA registered?

HV53 UPA is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is HV53 UPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 UPA shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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