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RA55 KPK

2005 BMW 550

Black Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,982 mi
Last recorded77,982 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 55089,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 KPK
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2015 77,982 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 70,212 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has a cut

offside front tyre has a cut

Fail 13 Oct 2014 70,212 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has a cut

offside front tyre has a cut

Pass 19 Oct 2013 62,852 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 56,931 miles

all tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Oct 2011 48,632 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 40,106 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 32,028 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 26,105 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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RA55 KPK is a 2005 BMW 550 in Black with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RA55 KPK, 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 RA55 KPK registered?

RA55 KPK is a 2005 BMW 550, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is RA55 KPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA55 KPK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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