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M603 VKW

1995 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2025
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

46,301 mi
Last recorded46,301 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 1995 BMW R85038,880 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM603 VKW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 46,301 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 45,653 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 45,092 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 44,222 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 43,502 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 42,390 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 41,413 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 40,384 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 39,319 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 38,521 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 37,529 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 36,506 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 36,506 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 35,263 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 33,462 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 31,396 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 29,375 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 26,936 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 25,374 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 23,004 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 21,351 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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M603 VKW is a 1995 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1995 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 38,880 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 M603 VKW, 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 31 years old, this BMW R850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M603 VKW registered?

M603 VKW is a 1995 BMW R850, first registered on 10 February 1995.

Is M603 VKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M603 VKW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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