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BMW 6 SERIES2012 · 3.0L PETROL

BC05 ALY

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2012 BMW 6 SERIES is a PETROL vehicle with a 2979cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 95,160.

MOT
Valid
Expires 18/10/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/12/2026
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2012
Engine
2979cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 20 September 2025 at 95,160 miles recorded no defects, indicating that the car remains in a stable mechanical condition. This trend of zero advisories suggests the previous owners have been proactive with maintenance rather than waiting for MOT failures to trigger repairs. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage profile, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2024, the vehicle covered 13,292 miles, showing a steady but light usage rate. The jump of 2,146 miles between the October 2024 and September 2025 tests confirms the car is still being used regularly rather than sitting stationary for extended periods. This low mileage generally reduces the wear on the drivetrain components and braking systems, though it can occasionally lead to rubber-based components hardening or seals drying out in older-age vehicles. While the MOT record is exemplary, a buyer must still inspect specific common failure points for a BMW 6 Series of this age. The low mileage does not exempt the vehicle from age-related degradation of suspension bushes and coil springs which can perish regardless of distance. A physical inspection should also check for corrosion on the underbody and door sills, as the MOT only checks for structural integrity once annually. Given the clean history, the focus should remain on verifying the absence of fluid leaks and checking the condition of the tyres, which may show age cracking despite low tread depth.

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90
/ 100 · Excellent

Public record health check: Excellent.

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 22, 2026, 03:05 PM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2012 BMW 6 Series (BC05 ALY), we found 5 MOT results in the period of October 2021 to September 2025.

With 5 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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