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GL59 XFF

2009 BMW 6 Series

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

125,248 mi
Last recorded125,248 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 6 Series69,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 XFF
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Dec 2025 125,248 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 121,489 miles

Offside Front Backing plate slightly loose.

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. adjustment required (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 115,873 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 111,722 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 104,652 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 104,648 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 97,829 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2019 78,792 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 66,448 miles

heavy wear to n/s/r tyre on inner edge

oil leak from rear differential area

Pass 23 Dec 2016 57,595 miles

n/s/f day light running light dull

signs of perishing and wear to n/s/f tyre on outer edge

strong advise wear to n/s/f o/s/r tyres on inner edges

Pass 29 Dec 2015 49,771 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 44,093 miles

Advise early of o/s/f tyre

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 35,583 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 22,050 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 14,451 miles

Rear tyres worn on inner shoulders

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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GL59 XFF is a 2009 BMW 6 Series in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol 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 GL59 XFF, 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.

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What year was GL59 XFF registered?

GL59 XFF is a 2009 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is GL59 XFF safe to buy?

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