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EJ04 WYB

2004 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

53,198 mi
Last recorded53,198 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ04 WYB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 53,198 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 52,862 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 52,399 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 49,901 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 47,883 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 45,460 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 41,763 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 39,935 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 38,675 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 35,505 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 32,906 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 30,978 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 26,760 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 22,980 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 18,584 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2009 15,656 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 12,079 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 11,675 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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EJ04 WYB is a 2004 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 EJ04 WYB, 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 EJ04 WYB registered?

EJ04 WYB is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 19 May 2004.

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The MOT history for EJ04 WYB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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