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YR12 RYD

2012 BMW 6 Series

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,421 mi
Last recorded73,421 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 6 Series63,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 RYD
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 73,421 miles

Advise front suspension arm front support bushes showing signs of fatigue

Pass 30 May 2025 68,465 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 67,556 miles

Advise front b/pads 70-80% worn

Advise n/s/r tyre 3mm tread depth

Advise rear springs showing signs of corrosion

Pass 8 Nov 2022 65,729 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 61,381 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2021 61,381 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both rear not working (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 57,899 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 54,648 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 50,434 miles

Advise front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

Advise rear b/pads 50% worn

Advise rear tyres wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 6 Jul 2017 45,632 miles

Advise front tyres wearing outer edges

Advise rear b/pads 50% worn

Pass 29 Jun 2016 39,558 miles

Advise front b/pads low

Advise front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

Advise rear tyre treads low 3mm

Pass 29 Jun 2015 30,485 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 20,124 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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YR12 RYD is a 2012 BMW 6 Series in White 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 YR12 RYD, 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 YR12 RYD registered?

YR12 RYD is a 2012 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is YR12 RYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 RYD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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