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DF08 VHT

2008 BMW 6 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

143,900 mi
Last recorded143,900 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 6 Series81,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 VHT
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2025 143,900 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2025 143,900 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 136,452 miles

under tray fixed time of test

Pass 31 Oct 2023 128,683 miles

UNDER TRAY FITTED

Pass 31 Oct 2022 124,109 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 112,918 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 106,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 103,636 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 99,427 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 95,260 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 95,251 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release seat belt buckle (5.2.5a)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 88,855 miles

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

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

all brake pads wearing low and all brake discs worn

Fail 22 Dec 2014 81,409 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 81,409 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 74,704 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 53,000 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 22,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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DF08 VHT is a 2008 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 81,110 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 DF08 VHT, 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 18 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 DF08 VHT registered?

DF08 VHT is a 2008 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is DF08 VHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 VHT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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