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RE04 AYC

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

12,055 mi
Last recorded12,055 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE04 AYC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 12,055 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 11,827 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 11,790 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 11,776 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2022 11,776 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 11,676 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 11,111 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2018 11,101 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Front tyre worn unevenly.

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 8,293 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 7,002 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 5,918 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 5,878 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 5,871 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 2 May 2013 5,860 miles

n/s/front indicator lense,missing secure and amber bulb fitted not showing white light.

Pass 30 Apr 2012 5,847 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 5,829 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 5,816 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 5,749 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 5,646 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 5,529 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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RE04 AYC is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RE04 AYC, 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 RE04 AYC?

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What year was RE04 AYC registered?

RE04 AYC is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is RE04 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE04 AYC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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