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C166 PVL

1985 BMW 6 Series

White Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,216 mi
Last recorded81,216 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 BMW 6 Series107,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC166 PVL
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 81,216 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 80,992 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 80,854 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 80,675 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 80,335 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 79,522 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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C166 PVL is a 1985 BMW 6 Series in White with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 107,361 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 C166 PVL, 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 41 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 C166 PVL?

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What year was C166 PVL registered?

C166 PVL is a 1985 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C166 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C166 PVL shows 6 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 C166 PVL have outstanding finance?

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