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DE04 NBF

2004 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,524 mi
Last recorded47,524 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 NBF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 47,524 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 47,486 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2020 47,486 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019 47,282 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 46,567 miles

Central Front Lower Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Central Front Lower Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2018 46,567 miles

Central Front Lower Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Central Front Lower Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 43,800 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 41,148 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 41,070 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 37,424 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 35,428 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 31,920 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 26,703 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 26,549 miles

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

rear pads are worn uneven but not down to minimum thickness

Pass 20 Apr 2010 21,242 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 20,665 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 14,677 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 8,034 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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DE04 NBF is a 2004 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 20,921 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 DE04 NBF, 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 22 years old, this BMW R850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE04 NBF registered?

DE04 NBF is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is DE04 NBF safe to buy?

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