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YG03 AXM

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,365 mi
Last recorded27,365 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG03 AXM
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 27,365 miles

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

Front drive boot seal loose fit

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

Pass 22 Jul 2025 27,252 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 27,250 miles

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

Valve stem seriously damaged both (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2023 27,244 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 26,858 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 26,795 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 26,130 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 25,236 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 24,258 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2018 24,258 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2017 23,400 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 22,962 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 16,615 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 10,591 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 9,750 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))

Pass 12 Jun 2010 9,517 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2009 8,787 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 7,112 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 6,798 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 5,753 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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YG03 AXM 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 90%.

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 YG03 AXM, 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 YG03 AXM registered?

YG03 AXM is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is YG03 AXM safe to buy?

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