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WV03 ORK

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,324 mi
Last recorded86,324 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV03 ORK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 86,324 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 69,813 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Aug 2015 69,730 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 66,078 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 54,725 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2010 28,294 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 24,093 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 23,211 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 22,775 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 15,407 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 15,406 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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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WV03 ORK is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WV03 ORK, 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 WV03 ORK registered?

WV03 ORK is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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