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YD53 TWP

2004 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,731 mi
Last recorded29,731 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD53 TWP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 29,731 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 27,452 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 26,397 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 24,080 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 23,736 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 23,496 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 22,772 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 22,560 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 22,406 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 19,905 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2011 19,897 miles

Inner Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 17,871 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,626 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 13,299 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 9,971 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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YD53 TWP is a 2004 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YD53 TWP, 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 YD53 TWP registered?

YD53 TWP is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 12 January 2004.

Is YD53 TWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD53 TWP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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