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YG04 CWY

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,455 mi
Last recorded40,455 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG04 CWY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 40,455 miles

Headlamp has a beam corrector fitted to alter the low beam aim.

Pass 16 Aug 2024 39,083 miles

Front Headlight has a beam corrector fitted to alter the low beam aim.

Pass 22 Jul 2023 37,378 miles

Front Headlight has a beam corrector kit fitted to alter the low beam aim.

Pass 22 Jul 2022 35,957 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 34,537 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 33,268 miles

Front headlamp converter fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2019 32,225 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 30,990 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 29,122 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 28,656 miles

front tyre at 2mm advise to change

Pass 1 Dec 2015 24,719 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 23,758 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 22,800 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 22,205 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 20,517 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 20,517 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 16,548 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 16,548 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2010 10,325 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 9,105 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 6,988 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 4,539 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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YG04 CWY is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YG04 CWY, 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 YG04 CWY registered?

YG04 CWY is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is YG04 CWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG04 CWY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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