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OE04 PFG

2004 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,262 mi
Last recorded22,262 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE04 PFG
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 22,262 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit OVER 10 YEAR OLD 2012 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 22,262 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit OVER 10 YEAR OLD 2012 (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 21,745 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 21,647 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2022 21,068 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 20,816 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 20,202 miles

Central Front Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 18,672 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 18,134 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 16,997 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 16,063 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 15,637 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 14,178 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 13,636 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 12,719 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 11,403 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 9,867 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 7,694 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 5,641 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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OE04 PFG is a 2004 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 OE04 PFG, 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 OE04 PFG registered?

OE04 PFG is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is OE04 PFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE04 PFG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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