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FG12 PYV

2012 BMW 6 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,835 mi
Last recorded119,835 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 6 Series63,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 PYV
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 119,835 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 114,281 miles

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

Pass 29 May 2024 105,813 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 103,218 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Oct 2023 103,211 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 10 Oct 2023 102,994 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 24 Oct 2022 89,998 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2021 78,483 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 72,616 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 57,781 miles

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

rear differential leaking

Pass 22 Apr 2018 43,604 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 1 Apr 2017 35,346 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 27,880 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 22,574 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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FG12 PYV is a 2012 BMW 6 Series in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG12 PYV, 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

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What year was FG12 PYV registered?

FG12 PYV is a 2012 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is FG12 PYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 PYV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG12 PYV have outstanding finance?

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