BMW 550 (2010)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 60 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
60
Avg Mileage
61,157 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 2010 BMW 550 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the BMW brand average of 88%.
At 14 years old, 95% of BMW 550s from 2010 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 60 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 61,157 miles.
How does the 2010 BMW 550 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2010 BMW 550 has 61,157 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 103,600 miles for a 14-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2010 BMW 550 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
BMW 550 by Year
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About the 2010 BMW 550
The 2010 BMW 550 is a premium performance with a 4395cc petrol engine. 60 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 4% of all 2010 cars for reliability.
With an average of 61,157 miles at 14 years old, BMW 550 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2010 BMW 550 Fuel Costs
The 4395cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2010 BMW 550?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
BMW 550 Reliability Trend
Newer BMW 550s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2010 BMW 550
At 14 years old, the BMW 550 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 60 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2010 BMW 550
The BMW 550 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premium performances from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- JAGUAR XF (2008) 78% pass rate (-17%) from 12,062 tests
- BMW X5 (2010) 86% pass rate (-9%) from 8,668 tests
- VOLVO XC90 (2009) 78% pass rate (-17%) from 6,349 tests
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER (2008) 81% pass rate (-14%) from 6,161 tests