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C261 MMR

1985 BMW 6 Series

Black Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,540 mi
Last recorded42,540 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2007
Typical for 1985 BMW 6 Series107,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC261 MMR
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2007 42,540 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 42,453 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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C261 MMR is a 1985 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 C261 MMR, 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 C261 MMR?

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What year was C261 MMR registered?

C261 MMR is a 1985 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C261 MMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C261 MMR shows 2 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 C261 MMR have outstanding finance?

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