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VF03 GXY

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,561 mi
Last recorded47,561 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF03 GXY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 47,561 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 45,910 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 43,290 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 40,419 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2022 38,413 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 38,322 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2021 35,202 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 32,601 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 32,573 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 32,567 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 31,571 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 5 Jun 2015 30,815 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 19 Apr 2014 29,485 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 27,544 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 25,693 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 24,310 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 23,601 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 22,617 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 21,537 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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VF03 GXY is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VF03 GXY, 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 VF03 GXY?

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What year was VF03 GXY registered?

VF03 GXY is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is VF03 GXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF03 GXY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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