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PF03 DJZ

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,695 mi
Last recorded18,695 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF03 DJZ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 18,695 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 17,925 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 17,898 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread very slight crack at top (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 17,891 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 17,764 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 17,764 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 15,119 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 14,314 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 12,560 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 12,558 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 10,092 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 9,985 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 9,519 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 5,333 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 5,165 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 5,056 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 4,850 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 4,834 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 4,794 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 4,668 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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PF03 DJZ is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PF03 DJZ, 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 PF03 DJZ registered?

PF03 DJZ is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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