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MDM 796Y

1983 BMW 6 Series

Blue Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,933 mi
Last recorded98,933 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2007
Typical for 1983 BMW 6 Series127,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDM 796Y
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2007 98,933 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 98,931 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 2 May 2006 96,622 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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MDM 796Y is a 1983 BMW 6 Series in Blue with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 127,656 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 MDM 796Y, 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 43 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 MDM 796Y?

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What year was MDM 796Y registered?

MDM 796Y is a 1983 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is MDM 796Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDM 796Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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