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DE04 NEF

2004 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,560 mi
Last recorded11,560 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2012
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 NEF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2012 11,560 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 10,531 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 9,146 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 7,249 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 5,460 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 3,900 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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DE04 NEF is a 2004 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DE04 NEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE04 NEF registered?

DE04 NEF is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is DE04 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE04 NEF shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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