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A578 TYO

1983 BMW 635

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

108,807 mi
Last recorded108,807 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2013
Typical for 1983 BMW 635102,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA578 TYO
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2013 108,807 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

all under vechicle is starting to corroded

rear diff is learking oil

Fail 20 Mar 2013 108,702 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

all under vechicle is starting to corroded

rear diff is leaking oil

Pass 28 Jan 2011 108,686 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 108,675 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 107,752 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 105,803 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 103,193 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 99,602 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 99,602 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 99,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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A578 TYO is a 1983 BMW 635 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1983 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 102,484 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 A578 TYO, 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 43 years old, this BMW 635 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A578 TYO registered?

A578 TYO is a 1983 BMW 635, first registered on 13 December 1983.

Is A578 TYO safe to buy?

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