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MF04 FOP

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,372 mi
Last recorded35,372 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 FOP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 35,372 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 35,221 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 34,507 miles

rear tyre slight mishaping

Pass 17 Mar 2023 32,344 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 29,190 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit unevenlyworn (monitor) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Mar 2022 29,190 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit unevenlyworn (monitor) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 28,489 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 26,486 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2019 24,434 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 22,833 miles

Front and rear abs removed.

Front and rear brake assist removed

Fail 2 Feb 2018 22,833 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

FRONT and REAR BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE REMOVED

FRONT and REAR BRAKE ABS SYTEM REMOVED

Pass 2 Feb 2017 21,680 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 21,680 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2016 19,833 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 16,824 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 15,634 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 14,004 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 13,437 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 13,162 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 11,612 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 9,495 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 7,570 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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MF04 FOP is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MF04 FOP, 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

How do I check the history of MF04 FOP?

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What year was MF04 FOP registered?

MF04 FOP is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 7 April 2004.

Is MF04 FOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF04 FOP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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