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LC04 VAV

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,180 mi
Last recorded58,180 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 VAV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 58,180 miles

FRONT & REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

Pass 25 Sep 2014 55,706 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2012 52,281 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2012 52,281 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 46,580 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 40,622 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 34,341 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 27,439 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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LC04 VAV is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LC04 VAV, 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 LC04 VAV registered?

LC04 VAV is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is LC04 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC04 VAV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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