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D969 SGP

1987 BMW 6 Series

Blue Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

195,193 mi
Last recorded195,193 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2007
Typical for 1987 BMW 6 Series115,673 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD969 SGP
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2007 195,193 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2007 195,181 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2006 188,968 miles

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

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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D969 SGP is a 1987 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 1987 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 115,673 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 D969 SGP, 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 39 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 D969 SGP?

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What year was D969 SGP registered?

D969 SGP is a 1987 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 28 April 1987.

Is D969 SGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D969 SGP 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.

Does D969 SGP have outstanding finance?

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