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DM55 OBM

2005 BMW 550

Grey Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,438 mi
Last recorded98,438 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 55089,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDM55 OBM
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 98,438 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 92,572 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 84,254 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 93,579 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 83,152 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 79,102 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 79,102 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 69,631 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 65,181 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 61,972 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 60,514 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tread worn thin on edges

oil residue on engine undertray

Pass 20 Nov 2015 56,614 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 56,614 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 52,935 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 49,382 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 45,473 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 41,123 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 37,138 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 35,980 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 28,424 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 28,424 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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DM55 OBM is a 2005 BMW 550 in Grey with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DM55 OBM, 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 DM55 OBM registered?

DM55 OBM is a 2005 BMW 550, first registered on 24 September 2005.

Is DM55 OBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DM55 OBM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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