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A17 DHU

2013 BMW 6 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,379 mi
Last recorded143,379 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 6 Series61,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 DHU
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 143,379 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 28 Mar 2025 143,259 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2025 143,230 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm multiple cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm cut in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 138,216 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 130,345 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 117,354 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 105,114 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 102,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2019 84,587 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 64,143 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2018 64,143 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2017 40,423 miles

Non run flat tyre fitted to NSF

Pass 24 May 2016 31,218 miles

Nearside Front non run flat tyre

Fail 11 May 2016 31,218 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front non run flat tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 6 Series?

Based on 57,601 MOT tests across 6,687 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
6,496
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
6,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 533
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 463
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 343
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 273
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 267
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A17 DHU is a 2013 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 61,202 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 6 Series fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 533 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 DHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 6 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 6 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A17 DHU registered?

A17 DHU is a 2013 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 12 March 2013.

Is A17 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 DHU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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