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S312 NTF

1999 BMW 550

Silver Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,966 mi
Last recorded176,966 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS312 NTF
MakeBMW
Model550
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2011 176,966 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 172,534 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2010 172,534 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 166,242 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 166,242 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 159,536 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 152,807 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 152,805 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 137,492 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edge

steel brake pipe next to petrol tank corroded

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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S312 NTF is a 1999 BMW 550 in Silver with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S312 NTF, 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 27 years old, this BMW 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S312 NTF?

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What year was S312 NTF registered?

S312 NTF is a 1999 BMW 550, first registered on 9 February 1999.

Is S312 NTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S312 NTF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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