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GK13 ZBV

2013 BMW 6 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

131,653 mi
Last recorded131,653 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 6 Series61,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK13 ZBV
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 131,653 miles

Central Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple splits around circumference of inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple splits around circumference of inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 125,796 miles

Front headlamp cleaning device operates correctly, however the arms fail to retract into front bumper

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 12 Mar 2025 125,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre has cords exposed (275/30R20) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre has cords exposed (275/30R20) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front headlamp cleaning device operates correctly, however the arms fail to retract into front bumper

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear alloy wheel has damage to the outer rim which is slightly digging into the rubber of the tyre

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

Pass 10 May 2023 123,407 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged cuts in treads (245/35x20) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (275/30x20) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

nearside front brake pad wire broken

Fail 10 May 2023 123,407 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb deteriorated and insecure (needs attention) (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged cuts in treads (245/35x20) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (275/30x20) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

nearside front brake pad wire broken

Fail 28 Mar 2023 123,195 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dip beam dim (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords numerous cuts in treads (245/35x20) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (275/30x20) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

nearside front brake pad wire broken

Pass 29 Mar 2022 116,246 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre cut outer sidewall

rear brake discs slight worn

Pass 1 Apr 2021 109,724 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 103,296 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 81,754 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 52,482 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 37,935 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 37,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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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GK13 ZBV is a 2013 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 69.2%.

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 GK13 ZBV, 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 GK13 ZBV registered?

GK13 ZBV is a 2013 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 6 April 2013.

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