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SW68 UPB

2018 BMW 6 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,398 mi
Last recorded73,398 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 6 Series43,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW68 UPB
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 73,398 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 68,699 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 61,100 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 16 Sep 2023 61,100 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2022 51,065 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 39,291 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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SW68 UPB is a 2018 BMW 6 Series in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 43,332 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 SW68 UPB, 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 8 years old, this BMW 6 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW68 UPB?

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What year was SW68 UPB registered?

SW68 UPB is a 2018 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 23 October 2018.

Is SW68 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW68 UPB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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