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BV55 JUU

2005 BMW 550

Black Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,822 mi
Last recorded59,822 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 55089,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 JUU
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2013 59,822 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 52,102 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 44,499 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 37,633 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 37,633 miles

Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 31,436 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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BV55 JUU is a 2005 BMW 550 in Black with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 BMW 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 89,902 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 BV55 JUU, 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 21 years old, this BMW 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV55 JUU registered?

BV55 JUU is a 2005 BMW 550, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is BV55 JUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV55 JUU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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