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LX53 AUH

2003 BMW R850

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,283 mi
Last recorded47,283 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 AUH
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 47,283 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 46,456 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 46,456 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 45,030 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Aug 2014 31,939 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 31,391 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 30,711 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 26,655 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 22,989 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 20,783 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 18,470 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 15,020 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 11,109 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 AUH is a 2003 BMW R850 in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 AUH, 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 AUH registered?

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

Is LX53 AUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 AUH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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