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LY04 UFR

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

34,598 mi
Last recorded34,598 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY04 UFR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 34,598 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 32,217 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 31,565 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 29,822 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 26,668 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 25,914 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 24,772 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2019 24,757 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 23,970 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 23,970 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 23,428 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 22,573 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 21,674 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 21,674 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 20,799 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 19,469 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2012 17,323 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 15,597 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2011 15,585 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 22 May 2010 12,864 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 10,469 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 9,257 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 7,627 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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LY04 UFR is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LY04 UFR, 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 UFR registered?

LY04 UFR is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 29 May 2004.

Is LY04 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY04 UFR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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