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RO04 FLE

2004 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

36,215 mi
Last recorded36,215 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO04 FLE
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 36,215 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 34,995 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 31,270 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 31,270 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 26,955 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play rear very slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 25,241 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing has slight play rear wheel hub (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 22,538 miles

slight play in rear hub

Pass 4 Jan 2019 21,579 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 19,573 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 18,071 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 16,894 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 15,598 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 9,515 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 6,840 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 1,549 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 539 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 157 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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RO04 FLE is a 2004 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RO04 FLE, 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.

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What year was RO04 FLE registered?

RO04 FLE is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is RO04 FLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO04 FLE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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