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NL03 JRV

2003 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,463 mi
Last recorded17,463 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R85022,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL03 JRV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 17,463 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 17,456 miles

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

front tyre wearing uneven and perished

Pass 25 Apr 2023 17,338 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 17,336 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 17,189 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 16,984 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 16,984 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 16,980 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 16,588 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 16,277 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 16,253 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 15,839 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 15,284 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 14,947 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 14,459 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 12,484 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 8,930 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 8,086 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 7,756 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,424 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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NL03 JRV is a 2003 BMW R850 in Red 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 NL03 JRV, 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 NL03 JRV registered?

NL03 JRV is a 2003 BMW R850, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is NL03 JRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL03 JRV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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