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FFL 118V

1979 BMW 6 Series

Red Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,027 mi
Last recorded91,027 miles
Recorded on16 May 2009
Typical for 1979 BMW 6 Series95,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFL 118V
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 May 2009 91,027 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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FFL 118V is a 1979 BMW 6 Series in Red with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FFL 118V, 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 FFL 118V?

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What year was FFL 118V registered?

FFL 118V is a 1979 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is FFL 118V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFL 118V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FFL 118V have outstanding finance?

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