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LA04 GLZ

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

60,601 mi
Last recorded60,601 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 GLZ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 60,601 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 54,484 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 50,802 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 46,396 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 46,395 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working off front or rear lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 41,262 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 36,242 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 36,242 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 32,556 miles

Rear tyre worn slightly uneven and getting low in places

Pass 3 Jul 2018 25,102 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 24,968 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 24,812 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 24,812 miles

Offside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2016 24,237 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 22,670 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 19,816 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 19,320 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 19,320 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2013 15,849 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012
Fail 18 Apr 2012

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2011 11,625 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 9,672 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 7,290 miles

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

front tyre has slight perishing in tread

Pass 30 May 2008 3,964 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 3,695 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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LA04 GLZ is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 LA04 GLZ, 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 LA04 GLZ registered?

LA04 GLZ is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is LA04 GLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA04 GLZ shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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