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YF05 ZVD

2005 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,940 mi
Last recorded43,940 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R85019,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 ZVD
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 43,940 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Hazard light switch faulty

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Going out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 42,211 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Hazard light switch not working

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Starting to go out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 41,120 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Hazard lights not working

Rear Drive hub has slight play

Rear Rear tyre just starting to go out of shape

Fail 11 Dec 2023 41,115 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Hazard lights not working

Rear Drive hub has slight play

Rear Rear tyre just starting to go out of shape

Pass 19 Dec 2022 40,546 miles

Hazard warning not working

Rear Tyre starting to go out of shape

Rear drive hub has slight play in joint

Pass 20 Dec 2021 40,058 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 39,609 miles

hazard lights not working

Pass 29 Nov 2019 38,921 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 38,354 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 37,893 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 36,766 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 34,556 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 Nov 2015 34,556 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 32,742 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))

Pass 27 Nov 2013 26,990 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 25,806 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 24,200 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 20,847 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 17,605 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 15,200 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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YF05 ZVD is a 2005 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YF05 ZVD, 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 YF05 ZVD registered?

YF05 ZVD is a 2005 BMW R850, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is YF05 ZVD safe to buy?

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