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A170 VYF

1984 BMW 635

Black Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

137,540 mi
Last recorded137,540 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 1984 BMW 635114,375 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA170 VYF
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 137,540 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 137,539 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2016 137,404 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 136,618 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 136,312 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 136,128 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 136,039 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 134,775 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 133,572 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 132,335 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

sills rusty

Pass 21 Apr 2008 130,397 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrosion at rear sill areas both sides and offside front floor and nearside front wheelhousing

Pass 3 Apr 2007 127,941 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 127,939 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Apr 2006 125,803 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 125,803 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A170 VYF is a 1984 BMW 635 in Black with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1984 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 114,375 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 A170 VYF, 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 42 years old, this BMW 635 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A170 VYF registered?

A170 VYF is a 1984 BMW 635, first registered on 27 April 1984.

Is A170 VYF safe to buy?

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