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424 BJJ

1986 BMW 635

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,774 mi
Last recorded43,774 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW 635113,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration424 BJJ
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 43,774 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 42,999 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 42,715 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 41,671 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 41,009 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 40,102 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 28 May 2014 40,102 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 39,652 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 38,360 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 37,194 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the BMW 635?

Based on 51,017 MOT tests across 4,019 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,766
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
4,019
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,161
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 881
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 775
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 760
Brake pipe excessively corroded 615
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424 BJJ is a 1986 BMW 635 in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1986 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 113,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 635 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 424 BJJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 635 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this BMW 635 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 424 BJJ?

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What year was 424 BJJ registered?

424 BJJ is a 1986 BMW 635, first registered on 1 October 1986.

Is 424 BJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 424 BJJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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