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LX53 AUF

2003 BMW R850

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,649 mi
Last recorded33,649 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 AUF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 33,649 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre slightly unevenly worn. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 33,475 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 33,411 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 33,267 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 33,267 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 31,695 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 31,548 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 31,103 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 29,060 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 26,481 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 24,978 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 22,373 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 17,763 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 14,816 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 12,522 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 9,814 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 7,289 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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LX53 AUF is a 2003 BMW R850 in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LX53 AUF, 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 LX53 AUF registered?

LX53 AUF is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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