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YL04 AXN

2004 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,016 mi
Last recorded37,016 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL04 AXN
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 37,016 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 36,008 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 35,729 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Lower (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 35,729 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Lower (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 35,189 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 34,894 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 34,709 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 34,709 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 34,220 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 34,220 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2017 24,591 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 19,238 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 18,482 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 17,329 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 15,238 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 13,835 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2012 13,835 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 10,325 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 9,646 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 2,266 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 1,814 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 1,288 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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YL04 AXN is a 2004 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YL04 AXN, 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 YL04 AXN registered?

YL04 AXN is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 7 August 2004.

Is YL04 AXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL04 AXN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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