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RO03 JKF

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

32,213 mi
Last recorded32,213 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JKF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 32,213 miles

irregular wear to front tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2024 31,748 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 31,266 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 30,678 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 29,807 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 29,807 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 28,726 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 28,726 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 27,147 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 27,147 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 26,207 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 24,816 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 23,713 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 23,018 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 22,300 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 20,650 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 19,962 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 19,293 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 18,074 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 15,511 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 14,044 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 10,994 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 7,229 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 JKF is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JKF, 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 RO03 JKF registered?

RO03 JKF is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is RO03 JKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 JKF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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