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DY59 VTJ

2009 BMW 6 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

164,951 mi
Last recorded164,951 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 BMW 6 Series69,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 VTJ
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 164,951 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2023 164,951 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 162,090 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 150,030 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 146,377 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 139,639 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 129,056 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 124,077 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on the edge

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)

Fail 4 Oct 2017 124,077 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on the edge

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 114,899 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 104,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine cover / floor tray fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2014 92,654 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 83,190 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 80,944 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 64,887 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DY59 VTJ is a 2009 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 69,262 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 DY59 VTJ, 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 17 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 DY59 VTJ registered?

DY59 VTJ is a 2009 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is DY59 VTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 VTJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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