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RF03 BXR

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,337 mi
Last recorded49,337 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 BXR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 49,337 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 44,878 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 37,259 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 36,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2017 36,310 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2016 35,688 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 33,621 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 32,769 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 31,458 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 23 May 2011 27,672 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2010 23,777 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 23,776 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 20,884 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 12,908 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 9,509 miles

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

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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RF03 BXR is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver 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 RF03 BXR, 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 RF03 BXR registered?

RF03 BXR is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 14 July 2003.

Is RF03 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 BXR 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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