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LG55 VKL

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,290 mi
Last recorded37,290 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 VKL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2025 37,290 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 37,071 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 35,842 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 35,577 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 35,558 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 35,476 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 34,966 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 31,753 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 31,662 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 31,512 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 30,228 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 28,603 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 25,245 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 24,152 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 22,152 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 16,839 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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LG55 VKL is a 2005 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LG55 VKL, 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

How do I check the history of LG55 VKL?

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What year was LG55 VKL registered?

LG55 VKL is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is LG55 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 VKL shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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