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SA04 NBX

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,553 mi
Last recorded30,553 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA04 NBX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 30,553 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 29,371 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2024 28,050 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc bolt bushing (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 26,967 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 26,272 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 25,455 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 24,472 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 23,526 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 23,100 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 2,246 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 19,988 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 16,676 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 14,687 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 11,987 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 9,723 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 6,482 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 5,384 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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SA04 NBX is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 SA04 NBX, 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 SA04 NBX registered?

SA04 NBX is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 8 May 2004.

Is SA04 NBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA04 NBX shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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