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DV62 XEF

2012 BMW 6 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

122,078 mi
Last recorded122,078 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 6 Series63,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV62 XEF
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 122,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 118,228 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 111,138 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 107,912 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 107,912 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 101,997 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2019 82,268 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has a nail (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 85,431 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Aug 2017 79,246 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 70,291 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 65,640 miles

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

Undertray fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2016 47,442 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 47,146 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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DV62 XEF is a 2012 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DV62 XEF, 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.

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What year was DV62 XEF registered?

DV62 XEF is a 2012 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is DV62 XEF safe to buy?

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