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LB53 OAO

2004 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,703 mi
Last recorded9,703 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 OAO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 9,703 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 9,613 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 9,387 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 9,382 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 8,506 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 8,308 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 8,308 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 7,865 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 7,510 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,068 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 6,690 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 May 2011 6,690 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 6,581 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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LB53 OAO is a 2004 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LB53 OAO, 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 LB53 OAO registered?

LB53 OAO is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is LB53 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB53 OAO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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