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FJ55 HDA

2005 BMW 550

Blue Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,801 mi
Last recorded104,801 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 55089,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 HDA
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 104,801 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 102,238 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 99,669 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 97,496 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 94,024 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 92,466 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 87,007 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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FJ55 HDA is a 2005 BMW 550 in Blue with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FJ55 HDA, 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

How do I check the history of FJ55 HDA?

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What year was FJ55 HDA registered?

FJ55 HDA is a 2005 BMW 550, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is FJ55 HDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ55 HDA shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ55 HDA have outstanding finance?

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