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KF54 ZRL

2004 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,164 mi
Last recorded44,164 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF54 ZRL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2020 44,164 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 43,377 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 40,729 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 May 2018 40,729 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 39,518 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 38,324 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 35,469 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 34,430 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Lefthand indicator tell tale not working - indicators can be observed from normal riding position.

Pass 6 Dec 2011 33,297 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Dec 2010 28,717 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 23,550 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 4 Dec 2009 23,550 miles

Nearside Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2008 19,481 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 15,593 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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KF54 ZRL is a 2004 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KF54 ZRL, 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 KF54 ZRL registered?

KF54 ZRL is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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