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YR54 VFU

2004 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,364 mi
Last recorded36,364 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 VFU
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2024 36,364 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 34,565 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 33,421 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 32,176 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 30,592 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 29,420 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 27,983 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 25,590 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 24,254 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 22,608 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 21,210 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 19,412 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 19,157 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 17,761 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 17,747 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 17,029 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 13,695 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 9,557 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 4,950 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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YR54 VFU is a 2004 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YR54 VFU, 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 YR54 VFU registered?

YR54 VFU is a 2004 BMW R850, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is YR54 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR54 VFU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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