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OY53 HTK

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,859 mi
Last recorded38,859 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 HTK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2022 38,859 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 38,640 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 38,594 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 35,749 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 33,904 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 33,904 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Front Control (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 32,187 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 32,069 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2013 31,825 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Aug 2012 27,884 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 25,059 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 22,879 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Sep 2009 20,962 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 17,144 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 13,020 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 8,358 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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OY53 HTK is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OY53 HTK, 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 OY53 HTK registered?

OY53 HTK is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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The MOT history for OY53 HTK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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