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LY04 HHU

2004 BMW R850

Orange Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,480 mi
Last recorded53,480 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY04 HHU
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 53,480 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2024 53,387 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 53,200 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 53,196 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 53,156 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 52,840 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low front brake master cylinder low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 52,627 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 52,190 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 51,704 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 49,764 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 46,243 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 42,593 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 38,554 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 36,580 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 36,580 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 32,213 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 27,312 miles

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

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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LY04 HHU is a 2004 BMW R850 in Orange with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LY04 HHU, 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 LY04 HHU registered?

LY04 HHU is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 19 May 2004.

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