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M6 GDW

2011 BMW 550

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,054 mi
Last recorded84,054 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 BMW 55067,169 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 GDW
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 84,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 80,518 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 72,199 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 66,157 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 62,034 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 58,864 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 11 Jul 2018 53,534 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 12 Jul 2017 46,237 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 40,506 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view

Pass 11 Jul 2015 37,930 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 37,930 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 29,051 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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M6 GDW is a 2011 BMW 550 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 67,169 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 M6 GDW, 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 15 years old, this BMW 550 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M6 GDW registered?

M6 GDW is a 2011 BMW 550, first registered on 19 July 2011.

Is M6 GDW safe to buy?

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