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C8 SMT

1985 BMW 6 Series

Silver Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,711 mi
Last recorded63,711 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW 6 Series107,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 SMT
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 63,711 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 62,364 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 62,104 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 60,520 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 59,985 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 59,535 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 59,199 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 58,230 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 57,743 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 57,409 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 57,147 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 56,867 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 55,865 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 55,073 miles

slight damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

Pass 12 Aug 2011 53,831 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 52,828 miles

front screen stonechipped

Pass 17 Jun 2009 52,306 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 51,767 miles

all tyre sidewalls perishing

play in steering box arm connecting ball joint

stonechips front screen

suspension soft

Pass 22 Jun 2007 51,159 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 50,657 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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C8 SMT is a 1985 BMW 6 Series in Silver with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 C8 SMT, 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 C8 SMT?

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What year was C8 SMT registered?

C8 SMT is a 1985 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C8 SMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 SMT shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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