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WX52 LHY

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,444 mi
Last recorded27,444 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX52 LHY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 27,444 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 27,444 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 26,734 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 26,637 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 26,627 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 26,613 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 26,361 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 26,172 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 25,450 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 24,001 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 23,203 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 22,355 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 20,748 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 17,851 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 14,642 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 14,550 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 14,335 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 14,026 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 12,772 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 6,437 miles

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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WX52 LHY is a 2003 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 WX52 LHY, 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 WX52 LHY registered?

WX52 LHY is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is WX52 LHY safe to buy?

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