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FJ61 JRZ

2012 BMW 550

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

123,087 mi
Last recorded123,087 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 55050,745 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ61 JRZ
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2025 123,087 miles

All under trays fitted

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2025 123,087 miles

All under trays fitted

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 117,434 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2023 115,757 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Apr 2022 105,606 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 96,086 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 96,062 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 89,441 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 83,958 miles

both front shocker dust covers split

Pass 8 Mar 2017 65,020 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 43,972 miles

(Unable to inspect all components) vehicle fitted with engine under tray and under floor covers

Pass 14 Feb 2015 21,118 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 20,810 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 20,810 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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FJ61 JRZ is a 2012 BMW 550 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 50,745 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FJ61 JRZ, 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 14 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 FJ61 JRZ registered?

FJ61 JRZ is a 2012 BMW 550, first registered on 16 January 2012.

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