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VN03 WXY

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests26 (23 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88.5%

Mileage

29,793 mi
Last recorded29,793 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 WXY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

23 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 29,793 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 29,733 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 29,338 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 29,264 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 28,187 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 27,006 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 25,932 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 25,675 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 25,118 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 25,118 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 23,994 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 22,680 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 21,904 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 20,977 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 20,977 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 19,620 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 17,828 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 16,962 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 16,407 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 16,407 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 May 2010 13,998 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 11,948 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 9,985 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 8,299 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 4,663 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 3,829 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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VN03 WXY is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.5%.

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 WXY, 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 VN03 WXY registered?

VN03 WXY is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 7 June 2003.

Is VN03 WXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN03 WXY shows 26 tests with a 88.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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