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EX55 UWK

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,428 mi
Last recorded42,428 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 UWK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 42,428 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 42,050 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 41,296 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 40,205 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 39,854 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 39,521 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 39,503 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 38,798 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 36,864 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 35,914 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 35,914 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 35,076 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 31,054 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 31,008 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 25,924 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2013 25,407 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2012 19,296 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 14,934 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 13,250 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 12,038 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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EX55 UWK is a 2005 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EX55 UWK, 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 EX55 UWK registered?

EX55 UWK is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is EX55 UWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 UWK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX55 UWK have outstanding finance?

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