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LV53 NBN

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,837 mi
Last recorded31,837 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 NBN
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 31,837 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 31,116 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 31,116 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 30,185 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 29,736 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 29,322 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 29,195 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 28,774 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 28,751 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 27,932 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 27,337 miles

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

front suspension fork seal is perished

rear tyre is slightly perished

Fail 3 Aug 2011 27,311 miles

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

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

front suspension fork seal is perished

rear tyre is slightly perished

Pass 5 Sep 2009 25,290 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 22,761 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 19,420 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 12,996 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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LV53 NBN 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 LV53 NBN, 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 LV53 NBN registered?

LV53 NBN is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LV53 NBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 NBN 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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