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RO03 JRV

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,047 mi
Last recorded32,047 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JRV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2026 32,047 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 May 2024 31,882 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 31,289 miles

wear rear brake pads

Pass 12 May 2022 29,896 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 28,284 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 26,940 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 26,477 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 24,815 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 24,257 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 22,540 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 21,041 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 19,142 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 16,015 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 JRV is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 JRV, 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 JRV registered?

RO03 JRV is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is RO03 JRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 JRV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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