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WN05 HVM

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,866 mi
Last recorded37,866 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN05 HVM
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 37,866 miles

Cut in rear tyre

Left handgrip coming loose

Pass 3 Sep 2015 30,240 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 29,268 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2013 26,471 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 26,471 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 24,171 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 21,707 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 20,649 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Sep 2009 20,489 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Oct 2008 18,131 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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WN05 HVM is a 2005 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WN05 HVM, 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 WN05 HVM registered?

WN05 HVM is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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