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CE55 NTV

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,560 mi
Last recorded29,560 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 NTV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 29,560 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 28,178 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 27,163 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 27,130 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 26,729 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2018 26,729 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 25,741 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 24,127 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 22,793 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,626 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 20,697 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2012 19,244 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 17,467 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 14,571 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 14,571 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 11,746 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,828 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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CE55 NTV is a 2005 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 19,526 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 CE55 NTV, 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 21 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 CE55 NTV registered?

CE55 NTV is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is CE55 NTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 NTV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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