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SM55 JKZ

2005 BMW 630

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,480 mi
Last recorded88,480 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 63081,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 JKZ
MakeBMW
Model630
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 88,480 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 87,690 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 86,420 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 85,101 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 81,739 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 71,753 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 71,497 miles

all tyres sidewall damage

both rear tyres bald inner edges

child seat fitted o/s/r

Fail 12 Jul 2016 71,486 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

all tyres sidewall damage

both rear tyres bald inner edges

child seat fitted o/s/r

Pass 22 Jul 2015 66,086 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 55,956 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 55,956 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 54,988 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 54,379 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 50,023 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 43,755 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 40,659 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 40,659 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 May 2009 37,708 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 29,910 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 29,910 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 630?

Based on 75,915 MOT tests across 4,603 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,351
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,605
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,250
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,084
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 923
position lamp(s) not working 708
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SM55 JKZ is a 2005 BMW 630 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 BMW 630 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 81,197 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 630 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 1,605 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM55 JKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 630 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 630 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM55 JKZ registered?

SM55 JKZ is a 2005 BMW 630, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is SM55 JKZ safe to buy?

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