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RE05 LMJ

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,172 mi
Last recorded58,172 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LMJ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 58,172 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 May 2016 53,668 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 53,668 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2015 47,096 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 40,955 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2013 34,132 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 28,980 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 28,980 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 24,151 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 20,374 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 16,150 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 12,175 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 8,969 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 8,969 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))

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 LMJ is a 2005 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RE05 LMJ, 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 LMJ registered?

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

Is RE05 LMJ safe to buy?

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