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HV55 PNF

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

92,544 mi
Last recorded92,544 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 PNF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 92,544 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 92,536 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 88,661 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 86,010 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2017 86,010 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 85,573 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 85,573 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 76,382 miles

Offside Rear movement on pivot on rear drive

Fail 12 Oct 2015 76,382 miles

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

Offside Rear movement on pivot on rear drive

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 67,591 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 67,591 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 58,105 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 49,335 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 40,220 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 31,596 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 23,594 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 17,429 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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HV55 PNF 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 76.5%.

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 HV55 PNF, 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.

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What year was HV55 PNF registered?

HV55 PNF is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is HV55 PNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 PNF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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