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RO03 JJL

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,173 mi
Last recorded37,173 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JJL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 37,173 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 36,780 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 36,061 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 33,950 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 33,611 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 33,498 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 31,300 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 29,167 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 26,236 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 24,154 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 20,897 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 19,040 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 19,040 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 15,029 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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RO03 JJL 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 RO03 JJL, 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

How do I check the history of RO03 JJL?

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What year was RO03 JJL registered?

RO03 JJL is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 2 July 2003.

Is RO03 JJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 JJL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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