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T4 EFF

2004 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

49,934 mi
Last recorded49,934 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT4 EFF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 49,934 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 48,441 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 48,403 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 48,281 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 47,881 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 47,655 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 46,327 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 44,243 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 42,221 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 39,569 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 36,438 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 33,605 miles

rear parralever bearing has slight free play

Pass 30 Sep 2013 30,434 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 30 Sep 2013 30,434 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 28 Jul 2012 27,760 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

rear parralever bearing has slight free play

Pass 28 Jul 2012 27,760 miles

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

rear parralever bearing has slight free play

Pass 2 Jun 2011 23,760 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 20,709 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 19,433 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 14,624 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 12,820 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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T4 EFF is a 2004 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 T4 EFF, 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 T4 EFF registered?

T4 EFF is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 18 May 2004.

Is T4 EFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T4 EFF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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