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BO55 BGX

2007 BMW 6 Series

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

185,002 mi
Last recorded185,002 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 6 Series81,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO55 BGX
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 185,002 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted.

Pass 22 Sep 2018 104,813 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 101,964 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 93,255 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 93,255 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH LAMPS (1.8)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 92,980 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 85,947 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 77,668 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 69,765 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 69,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 61,487 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 61,478 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Aug 2011 41,367 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 33,647 miles

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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BO55 BGX is a 2007 BMW 6 Series in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 81,550 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 BO55 BGX, 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 19 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 BO55 BGX registered?

BO55 BGX is a 2007 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 5 November 2007.

Is BO55 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO55 BGX 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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