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LG04 ZDK

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,195 mi
Last recorded36,195 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG04 ZDK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 36,195 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 35,878 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 35,559 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 34,727 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 33,661 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 32,907 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 32,161 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 31,556 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 31,556 miles

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 30,682 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 28,795 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 27,934 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 26,943 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 25,595 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 22,733 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 20,600 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 18,568 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 17,444 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 15,688 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 14,650 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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LG04 ZDK 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 LG04 ZDK, 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 LG04 ZDK registered?

LG04 ZDK is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is LG04 ZDK safe to buy?

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