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RA55 XWE

2005 BMW 650

Grey Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,933 mi
Last recorded121,933 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 65073,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 XWE
MakeBMW
Model650
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 121,933 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 121,724 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and n/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and o/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 121,724 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and n/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and o/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 121,268 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe between pump and n/side front flexible hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe between pump and o/side front flexible hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 121,082 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 120,486 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and n/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and o/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 119,416 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and n/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and o/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 119,415 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and n/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and o/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 116,878 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and n/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and o/side front flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between pump and o/side rear flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 114,414 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 114,414 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 112,141 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 110,365 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 99,691 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2013 79,645 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 69,943 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2011 69,943 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 56,772 miles

Minor corrosion on rear brake discs

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 44,916 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 29,688 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 650?

Based on 28,460 MOT tests across 1,871 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
4,236
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,871
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 686
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 288
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 284
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 260
position lamp(s) not working 195
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RA55 XWE is a 2005 BMW 650 in Grey with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 BMW 650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 73,284 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 650 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 686 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA55 XWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 650 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA55 XWE registered?

RA55 XWE is a 2005 BMW 650, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is RA55 XWE safe to buy?

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