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PX06 JDK

2006 BMW 550

Black Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

157,884 mi
Last recorded157,884 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 55085,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX06 JDK
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 157,884 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 146,750 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 146,750 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 136,454 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 124,924 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2020 124,924 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 115,629 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 110,258 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 108,253 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 108,245 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Mar 2016 101,883 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 91,760 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 91,760 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 89,289 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 85,537 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 80,115 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 71,789 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 62,121 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 53,085 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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PX06 JDK is a 2006 BMW 550 in Black with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 BMW 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 85,166 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 PX06 JDK, 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 20 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 PX06 JDK registered?

PX06 JDK is a 2006 BMW 550, first registered on 21 April 2006.

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