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LG53 AFY

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,816 mi
Last recorded88,816 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 AFY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 88,816 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 88,808 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2018 84,626 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 78,909 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 74,293 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2016 74,293 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 70,249 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 68,093 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 66,861 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 62,082 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 62,082 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 56,295 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 43,855 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 32,742 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 19,694 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 7,287 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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LG53 AFY is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LG53 AFY, 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 LG53 AFY registered?

LG53 AFY is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is LG53 AFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 AFY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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