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LE04 RDY

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

40,436 mi
Last recorded40,436 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE04 RDY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 40,436 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 39,571 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 38,648 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 38,604 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted Flexi hose twisted and rubbing on lower suspension arm on full lock turn (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Advise Hazard lights switch not working

Pass 27 Mar 2023 37,566 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 36,869 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 35,215 miles

Rear Upper Wheel bearing has slight play Slight Free Play. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 33,627 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Very Slight Freeplay. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 31,837 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 30,029 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 29,247 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 27,627 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 26,504 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 25,237 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 23,919 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 21,483 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 18,812 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 14,708 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 11,153 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 9,228 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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LE04 RDY is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LE04 RDY, 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 LE04 RDY registered?

LE04 RDY is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 18 August 2004.

Is LE04 RDY safe to buy?

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