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NH03 UEU

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,460 mi
Last recorded24,460 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH03 UEU
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 24,460 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 23,168 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 22,018 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 22,018 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 21,510 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 20,243 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 20,207 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 19,820 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 19,535 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 19,261 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 18,072 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 18,071 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2015 16,615 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 14,332 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 14,178 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 13,505 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 13,453 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 12,097 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 11,371 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 8,395 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 5,780 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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NH03 UEU is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NH03 UEU, 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 NH03 UEU registered?

NH03 UEU is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is NH03 UEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH03 UEU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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