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CPB 23T

1979 BMW 6 Series

Grey Petrol 3210cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,848 mi
Last recorded95,848 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2010
Typical for 1979 BMW 6 Series95,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPB 23T
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,210cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2010 95,848 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 94,775 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2008 94,026 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 90,521 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 86,326 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 86,326 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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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CPB 23T is a 1979 BMW 6 Series in Grey with a 3,210cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 95,848 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 CPB 23T, 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 47 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 CPB 23T?

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What year was CPB 23T registered?

CPB 23T is a 1979 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is CPB 23T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPB 23T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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