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LC05 LCO

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,848 mi
Last recorded15,848 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 LCO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 15,848 miles

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Light lens cracked (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 15,828 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 15,828 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 15,803 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 15,762 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 15,724 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 15,688 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 15,317 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 15,307 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 15,160 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 14,750 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 14,330 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 13,413 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 13,024 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 12,900 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,900 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 11,897 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 8,637 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 6,582 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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LC05 LCO is a 2005 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LC05 LCO, 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 LC05 LCO registered?

LC05 LCO is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is LC05 LCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC05 LCO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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