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RE05 LLF

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

27,504 mi
Last recorded27,504 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LLF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 27,504 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 21,883 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 21,330 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 21,090 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 20,593 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 20,002 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 19,630 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 19,580 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 18,251 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2015 17,113 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2014 16,452 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 14,941 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 13,924 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 12,216 miles

rear parralever bearing has slight free play

Pass 22 May 2010 11,098 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 9,921 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 9,921 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 7,288 miles

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

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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RE05 LLF is a 2005 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RE05 LLF, 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 RE05 LLF registered?

RE05 LLF is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is RE05 LLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 LLF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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