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YJ03 FEN

2003 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,363 mi
Last recorded39,363 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 FEN
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2024 39,363 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 39,327 miles

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess drfiveshaft unit (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 39,007 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 38,477 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 37,741 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 37,702 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 37,152 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 36,371 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 35,176 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 32,878 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 31,151 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 30,139 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 28,567 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 28,567 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2010 24,316 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 20,866 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 20,360 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 19,917 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 17,419 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Sep 2006 17,419 miles

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

Rear brake binding slightly

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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YJ03 FEN 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 YJ03 FEN, 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 YJ03 FEN registered?

YJ03 FEN is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 14 July 2003.

Is YJ03 FEN safe to buy?

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