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BMW X6 M50d Auto MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW X6 M50d Auto. Check any X6 M50d Auto by registration number below.

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87.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.3%

vs BMW Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW X6 M50d Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW X6 M50d Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 87.6%, which is 2.3 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the X6 M50d Auto is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW X6 M50d Auto fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen. If you are preparing your X6 M50d Auto 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 M50d Auto, 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 M50d Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 43 vehicles

81.4%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

22.0%

Mileage at 3yr

55k mi

2020

Based on 725 vehicles

92.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

6.5%

Mileage at 3yr

50k mi

Mileage at 5yr

71k mi

2019

Based on 89 vehicles

92.1%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

6.2%

Mileage at 3yr

45k mi

Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

0

Based on 233 vehicles

85.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

30k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW X6 M50d Auto

The most common reasons a BMW X6 M50d Auto fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

2.5%
2

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

1.4%
BMW X6 M50d Auto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

4.7%

Rear Offside

4.7%

Front Offside

2.3%

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 M50d Auto

BMW X6 M50d Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW X6 M50d Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW X6 M50d Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW X6 M50d Auto is 87.6% 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 M50d Auto?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW X6 M50d Auto are: A tyre seriously damaged (2.5%), Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (1.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW X6 M50d Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 87.6%, the BMW X6 M50d Auto 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 M50d Auto?
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 M50d Auto?
Typical mileage for the BMW X6 M50d Auto: 55,449 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used X6 M50d Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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