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YG04 NYC

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

11,209 mi
Last recorded11,209 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG04 NYC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 11,209 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 11,143 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 10,884 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 10,670 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 10,153 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 9,782 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 9,339 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 7,917 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 7,904 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 7,347 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 7,347 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 6,472 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 5,758 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 5,758 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 May 2007 4,750 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 NYC is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NYC, 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 NYC registered?

YG04 NYC is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is YG04 NYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG04 NYC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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