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BM09 TAM

2010 BMW 550

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

46,853 mi
Last recorded46,853 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 55051,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM09 TAM
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 46,853 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 40,644 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 38,280 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3-4 mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 37,550 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 33,827 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 33,821 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 28,365 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 25,532 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 23,608 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 21,781 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 19,141 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2015 10,068 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 9,009 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 7,291 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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BM09 TAM is a 2010 BMW 550 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 BMW 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 51,988 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 BM09 TAM, 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 16 years old, this BMW 550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BM09 TAM registered?

BM09 TAM is a 2010 BMW 550, first registered on 17 August 2010.

Is BM09 TAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM09 TAM 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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