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UIA 256

1976 BMW 6 Series

Black Petrol 3295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,758 mi
Last recorded89,758 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIA 256
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,295cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 89,758 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 89,758 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2014 89,636 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 89,011 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 88,581 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 87,687 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008
Fail 16 Jun 2008

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Both rear tyres wearing thin on their inner shoulder.

Pass 9 Sep 2006 85,830 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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UIA 256 is a 1976 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 3,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UIA 256, 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 50 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 UIA 256?

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What year was UIA 256 registered?

UIA 256 is a 1976 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 10 November 1976.

Is UIA 256 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UIA 256 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UIA 256 have outstanding finance?

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