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C42 DKX

1985 BMW 6 Series

Beige Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

118,775 mi
Last recorded118,775 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW 6 Series107,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC42 DKX
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 118,775 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 118,198 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 116,314 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hand brake button sticking

Pass 28 Aug 2021 114,691 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 113,769 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 113,232 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 112,280 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 111,646 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 111,024 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 110,650 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 108,729 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 107,759 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 107,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 107,031 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 105,783 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 103,152 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 101,181 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

alternator loose

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

slight play in steering box

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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C42 DKX is a 1985 BMW 6 Series in Beige with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 C42 DKX, 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

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What year was C42 DKX registered?

C42 DKX is a 1985 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C42 DKX safe to buy?

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