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A474 HPW

1983 BMW 6 Series

Bronze Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,672 mi
Last recorded91,672 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1983 BMW 6 Series127,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA474 HPW
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2025 91,672 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 91,485 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 91,160 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 90,853 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 98,103 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 97,689 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 96,955 miles

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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A474 HPW is a 1983 BMW 6 Series in Bronze with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 127,656 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 A474 HPW, 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 43 years old, this BMW 6 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A474 HPW?

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What year was A474 HPW registered?

A474 HPW is a 1983 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A474 HPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A474 HPW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A474 HPW have outstanding finance?

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