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YC55 FSE

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

64,142 mi
Last recorded64,142 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 FSE
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 64,142 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 63,450 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 58,871 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 56,040 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 53,267 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 47,710 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 41,781 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 33,097 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 32,440 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake pedol (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 23,823 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 14,760 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 13,824 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 10,441 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 9,108 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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YC55 FSE 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 92.9%.

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 YC55 FSE, 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 YC55 FSE registered?

YC55 FSE is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is YC55 FSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC55 FSE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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