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KCH 521V

1979 BMW 6 Series

Silver Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,480 mi
Last recorded127,480 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2005
Typical for 1979 BMW 6 Series95,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCH 521V
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2005 127,480 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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KCH 521V is a 1979 BMW 6 Series in Silver 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 KCH 521V, 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 KCH 521V?

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What year was KCH 521V registered?

KCH 521V is a 1979 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is KCH 521V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCH 521V 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 KCH 521V have outstanding finance?

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