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WP03 DWY

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,983 mi
Last recorded9,983 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP03 DWY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2015 9,983 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front fork dust seals slightly damaged

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 4 Apr 2014 9,345 miles

reg. plate light not working

Pass 18 Apr 2013 8,686 miles

Cut in rear tyre

Pass 3 Apr 2012 7,938 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 6,712 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 6,712 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 4,911 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 3,350 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 3,262 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 3,262 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2007 3,082 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 2,610 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 2,610 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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WP03 DWY 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 76.9%.

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 WP03 DWY, 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 WP03 DWY registered?

WP03 DWY is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is WP03 DWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP03 DWY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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