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BMW 6 Series buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used BMW 6 Series costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 80 for sale right now.
Used BMW 6 Series prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | €30,000 | 151k km | 6 |
| 2018 | €29,950 | 135k km | 17 |
| 2017 | €24,950 | 179k km | 5 |
| 2016 | €26,000 | 185k km | 16 |
| 2014 | €16,950 | 165k km | 9 |
| 2013 | €14,950 | 210k km | 8 |
BMW 6 Series NCT pass rate
How often BMW 6 Series pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 71% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 71% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 71% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 71% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 66% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 68% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 57% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 49% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 54% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 51% | 38% |
Most common reasons a 2016 BMW 6 Series fails: wheels & tyres (16.5% of tests, more than most cars), safety equipment (9.4% of tests, more than most cars), lights & electrics (6.6% of tests), steering & suspension (3.3% of tests).
Common BMW 6 Series problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Diesel | ~400k km | ~€750 | 31 |
| 2.0 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€270 | 6 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the BMW 6 Series
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used BMW 6 Series
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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