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EC53 JRC

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,658 mi
Last recorded18,658 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEC53 JRC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 18,658 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 18,464 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 16,748 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 13,703 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 13,703 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 12,395 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 12,221 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 11,955 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 11,955 miles

Rear suspension component seized n/s and o/s rear footrests seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2016 11,600 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 11,277 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 10,872 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 10,617 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 10,426 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 9,849 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 9,265 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 8,285 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 5,877 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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EC53 JRC is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EC53 JRC, 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 EC53 JRC registered?

EC53 JRC is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is EC53 JRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EC53 JRC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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