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EO55 XEC

2005 BMW 6 Series

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

102,082 mi
Last recorded102,082 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 6 Series80,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 XEC
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 102,082 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Nov 2025 102,082 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 102,037 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2024 97,560 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Oct 2024 97,331 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 91,005 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 84,637 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 76,478 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 64,463 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 63,988 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 62,715 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 60,372 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 52,679 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 47,330 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 41,409 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 36,235 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 32,810 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 29,159 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 23,861 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 17,251 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 6 Series?

Based on 57,601 MOT tests across 6,687 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
6,496
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
6,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 533
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 463
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 343
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 273
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 267
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EO55 XEC is a 2005 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 80,459 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 6 Series fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 533 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EO55 XEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 6 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 6 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EO55 XEC registered?

EO55 XEC is a 2005 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 24 September 2005.

Is EO55 XEC safe to buy?

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