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LY03 DGV

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,318 mi
Last recorded35,318 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 DGV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 35,318 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 34,769 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 34,043 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 34,043 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 32,717 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 5 May 2015 29,488 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 27,486 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 27,398 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 26,632 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 22,140 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 18,020 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 13,001 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 8,921 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 8,913 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 8,684 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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LY03 DGV is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LY03 DGV, 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 LY03 DGV registered?

LY03 DGV is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 5 June 2003.

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