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AF508CN

1996 BMW 550

Silver Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,325 mi
Last recorded87,325 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF508CN
MakeBMW
Model550
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2009 87,325 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 550?

Based on 5,870 MOT tests across 446 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
5,487
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 108
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 79
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 78
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 51
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 38
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AF508CN is a 1996 BMW 550 in Silver with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a BMW 550 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF508CN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 550 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 30 years old, this BMW 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF508CN registered?

AF508CN is a 1996 BMW 550, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is AF508CN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF508CN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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