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VN03 VWF

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,095 mi
Last recorded33,095 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 VWF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2011 33,095 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 33,095 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2010 29,846 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 26,723 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 25,682 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 22,320 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 17,255 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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VN03 VWF is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VN03 VWF, 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 VN03 VWF?

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What year was VN03 VWF registered?

VN03 VWF is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is VN03 VWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN03 VWF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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