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FP55 PVL

2005 BMW 550

Black Diesel 4799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

108,240 mi
Last recorded108,240 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 55089,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 PVL
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 108,240 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 103,746 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 103,745 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 103,212 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 103,198 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 102,838 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 102,827 miles

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

both rear air springs a bit perished.

Pass 22 Nov 2016 100,904 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 99,051 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 96,412 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 96,403 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 93,305 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 87,045 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight bind on offside rear brakes

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2011 72,132 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 72,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 57,822 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 44,785 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 44,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 29,804 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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FP55 PVL is a 2005 BMW 550 in Black with a 4,799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FP55 PVL, 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 FP55 PVL registered?

FP55 PVL is a 2005 BMW 550, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is FP55 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 PVL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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