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LD53 FHZ

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,569 mi
Last recorded19,569 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 FHZ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2011 19,569 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 19,569 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 18,879 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 15,393 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2007 13,697 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 12,785 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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LD53 FHZ is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LD53 FHZ, 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

How do I check the history of LD53 FHZ?

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What year was LD53 FHZ registered?

LD53 FHZ is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is LD53 FHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 FHZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD53 FHZ have outstanding finance?

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