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YR54 VGE

2004 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,883 mi
Last recorded24,883 miles
Recorded on27 May 2011
Typical for 2004 BMW R85020,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 VGE
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2011 24,883 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 24,814 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 24,814 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2009 21,842 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 18,660 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 13,056 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 13,056 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 5,051 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 VGE is a 2004 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR54 VGE, 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 VGE registered?

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

Is YR54 VGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR54 VGE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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