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A6 TUB

1996 BMW Unknown

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests29 (23 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate79.3%

Mileage

99,340 mi
Last recorded99,340 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 TUB
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

23 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 99,340 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 99,127 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 40,589 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 97,032 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 40,589 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 40,589 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 96,027 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 95,226 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 94,076 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 92,554 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 14 Mar 2020 92,554 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2019 92,541 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 91,226 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 May 2018 91,217 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2017 87,692 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 85,382 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 82,908 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 82,908 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2014 81,052 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 May 2013 79,050 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2012 77,778 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 76,011 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 74,078 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2010 74,078 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2009 71,766 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 66,506 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 66,506 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2007 60,099 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 55,315 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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A6 TUB is a 1996 BMW Unknown in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.3%.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 TUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 30 years old, this BMW Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A6 TUB registered?

A6 TUB is a 1996 BMW Unknown, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A6 TUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 TUB shows 29 tests with a 79.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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