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R12 OST

2004 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,146 mi
Last recorded16,146 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 OST
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2024 16,146 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 15,581 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 14,688 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 13,926 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 12,458 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 12,318 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,172 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 11,675 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 11,567 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 10,881 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 8,233 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 5,711 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 2,880 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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R12 OST is a 2004 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R12 OST, 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 R12 OST registered?

R12 OST is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 15 July 2004.

Is R12 OST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 OST shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R12 OST have outstanding finance?

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