BMW X6 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW X6. Check any X6 by registration number below.

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86.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.7%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW X6 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW X6 has an average MOT pass rate of 86.3%, which is 3.7 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the X6 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW X6 fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre cords visible or damaged. If you are preparing your X6 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW X6, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW X6 performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 1,796 vehicles

89.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

13.8%

Mileage at 5yr

75k mi

2018

Based on 7,095 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

11.3%

Mileage at 5yr

75k mi

2017

Based on 4,744 vehicles

91.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

9.2%

Mileage at 5yr

82k mi

2016

Based on 5,958 vehicles

92.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

10.3%

2015

Based on 4,220 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

10.9%

Mileage at 10yr

139k mi

2014

Based on 4,202 vehicles

85.2%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

15.4%

Mileage at 10yr

144k mi

2013

Based on 3,806 vehicles

85.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

15.2%

Mileage at 10yr

147k mi

2012

Based on 3,430 vehicles

82.6%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

22.0%

Mileage at 10yr

153k mi

2011

Based on 2,564 vehicles

82.9%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

15.6%

2010

Based on 2,624 vehicles

84.0%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

18.2%

2009

Based on 2,992 vehicles

82.4%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

17.4%

2008

Based on 1,369 vehicles

78.0%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

25.1%

0

Based on 15,862 vehicles

86.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

79k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW X6

The most common reasons a BMW X6 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

1.9%

A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

1.6%

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.4%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.2%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.2%

BMW X6 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

1.4%

Rear Offside

1.4%

Front Offside

1.3%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW X6

BMW X6 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW X6 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW X6?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW X6 is 86.3% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW X6?

The most common MOT failures on the BMW X6 are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (1.9%), A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (1.6%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the BMW X6 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 86.3%, the BMW X6 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a BMW X6?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a BMW X6?

Typical mileage for the BMW X6: 74,749 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used X6 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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