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BKZ 550

2006 BMW 550

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

113,118 mi
Last recorded113,118 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 55085,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKZ 550
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 113,118 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 94,170 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 92,301 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 83,726 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 83,726 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2014 79,438 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 78,850 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 75,376 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 69,740 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 57,595 miles

nearside rear parking brake becoming lazy.

Pass 10 Aug 2010 47,188 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 47,188 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 35,215 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 35,215 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

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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BKZ 550 is a 2006 BMW 550 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2006 BMW 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 85,166 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 BKZ 550, 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 20 years old, this BMW 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BKZ 550?

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What year was BKZ 550 registered?

BKZ 550 is a 2006 BMW 550, first registered on 9 August 2006.

Is BKZ 550 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKZ 550 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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