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M55 DVL

2009 BMW 550

White Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

157,402 mi
Last recorded157,402 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 55065,257 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 DVL
MakeBMW
Model550
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 157,402 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2026 157,389 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 May 2025 151,778 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Pass 18 Apr 2024 145,905 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 145,335 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2023 145,335 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 142,799 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 138,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2020 126,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 120,163 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 115,080 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 115,080 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 110,503 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 109,351 miles

ENGINE BAY COVERS FITTED

Pass 5 May 2015 100,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear differential oil seal leaking

Pass 6 May 2014 90,949 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 80,343 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 69,299 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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M55 DVL is a 2009 BMW 550 in White with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 65,257 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M55 DVL, 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 17 years old, this BMW 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M55 DVL registered?

M55 DVL is a 2009 BMW 550, first registered on 28 January 2009.

Is M55 DVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 DVL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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