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SW04 DEX

2017 BMW M6

Orange Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,314 mi
Last recorded46,314 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2017 BMW M628,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW04 DEX
MakeBMW
ModelM6
Year2017
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 46,314 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 12 Feb 2024 46,314 miles

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

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Feb 2023 44,471 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 15 Feb 2023 44,471 miles

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

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 18 Feb 2022 39,894 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Feb 2021 34,975 miles
Pass 8 May 2020

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How Reliable is the BMW M6?

Based on 20,454 MOT tests across 2,050 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
3,693
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,050
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 295
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 169
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 107
Brake pipe excessively corroded 79
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 69
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SW04 DEX is a 2017 BMW M6 in Orange with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2017 BMW M6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 28,815 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 M6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 295 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW04 DEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M6 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 9 years old, this BMW M6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW04 DEX?

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What year was SW04 DEX registered?

SW04 DEX is a 2017 BMW M6, first registered on 16 May 2017.

Is SW04 DEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW04 DEX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW04 DEX have outstanding finance?

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