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BW12 BDV

2012 BMW 6 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,284 mi
Last recorded124,284 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 6 Series63,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW12 BDV
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 124,284 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 115,544 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 104,936 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 101,105 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 85,400 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 66,320 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 30,666 miles

advise track steering

Fail 10 Aug 2015 30,609 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

advise track steering

Pass 29 Aug 2014 16,624 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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BW12 BDV is a 2012 BMW 6 Series in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 63,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BW12 BDV, 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 14 years old, this BMW 6 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BW12 BDV?

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What year was BW12 BDV registered?

BW12 BDV is a 2012 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BW12 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW12 BDV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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