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VE03 VJP

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,720 mi
Last recorded50,720 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 VJP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 50,720 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 43,927 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 38,069 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 38,069 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2023 32,946 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 27,334 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 23,142 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 18,478 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 13,791 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 8,148 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 8,136 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 8,061 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 7,553 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 7,128 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 6,531 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 5,579 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 4,176 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 4,169 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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VE03 VJP is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VE03 VJP, 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 VE03 VJP registered?

VE03 VJP is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 12 July 2003.

Is VE03 VJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE03 VJP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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