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G382 TYE

1989 BMW 6 Series

Grey Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

208,448 mi
Last recorded208,448 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2010
Typical for 1989 BMW 6 Series124,687 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG382 TYE
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2010 208,448 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 198,879 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 198,874 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 188,512 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 16 Feb 2008 188,512 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2007 177,554 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 177,554 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pump insecure (2.3.6)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 167,821 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 167,821 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight noise comeing from 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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G382 TYE is a 1989 BMW 6 Series in Grey with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1989 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 124,687 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G382 TYE, 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 37 years old, this BMW 6 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G382 TYE registered?

G382 TYE is a 1989 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G382 TYE safe to buy?

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