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DU13 ZPV

2013 BMW 6 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

168,011 mi
Last recorded168,011 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 6 Series61,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU13 ZPV
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 168,011 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 161,789 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive also rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wing/arch damage

undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2022 128,283 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 120,114 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

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

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

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 20 Nov 2021 120,112 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ENGINE COVER FITTED

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

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

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 12 Nov 2020 106,048 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 13 Nov 2019 97,112 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 13 Nov 2019 97,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 13 Nov 2018 82,940 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 13 Nov 2017 69,508 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 13 Nov 2017 69,506 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 21 Oct 2016 52,316 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 13 Nov 2015 36,020 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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DU13 ZPV is a 2013 BMW 6 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DU13 ZPV, 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.

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What year was DU13 ZPV registered?

DU13 ZPV is a 2013 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is DU13 ZPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU13 ZPV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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