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OY03 GGF

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,405 mi
Last recorded62,405 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY03 GGF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 62,405 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15% (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 62,259 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 61,685 miles

exhaust mount loose

only 50% of rear brake pad in contact with disc? pads may overheat

slight play in rear trans unit, may be normal?

Fail 1 Oct 2016 61,670 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front front brakes slightly binding

Pass 6 Oct 2015 56,333 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 49,204 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 39,470 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 33,531 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 30,800 miles

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

Oil leak at axle area

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 29,036 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Number plate light not working

Oil leak,(axle)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,563 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 11 Apr 2008 22,752 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 22,396 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 17,243 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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OY03 GGF is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OY03 GGF, 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 OY03 GGF registered?

OY03 GGF is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 11 March 2003.

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