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LA03 YDH

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,245 mi
Last recorded20,245 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 YDH
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 20,245 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 19,483 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2025 19,483 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 17,597 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 14,754 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 13,239 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 12,058 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 12,055 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 11,895 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 11,385 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 11,282 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 11,254 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 11,079 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 10,861 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 9,868 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 9,384 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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LA03 YDH 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 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 LA03 YDH, 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 LA03 YDH registered?

LA03 YDH is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 26 August 2003.

Is LA03 YDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA03 YDH shows 16 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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