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WJ05 YYW

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

36,235 mi
Last recorded36,235 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 YYW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 36,235 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 34,546 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 34,543 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 32,781 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 31,509 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 31,060 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 30,575 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 27,624 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2018 20,740 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 19,095 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 16,331 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 12,142 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 11,996 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 11,875 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 11,411 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 10,176 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 9,667 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 9,089 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 8,639 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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WJ05 YYW 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 94.7%.

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 WJ05 YYW, 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 WJ05 YYW registered?

WJ05 YYW is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is WJ05 YYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ05 YYW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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