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A836 SKL

1983 BMW 635

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,244 mi
Last recorded78,244 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 1983 BMW 635102,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA836 SKL
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 78,244 miles

all tyres have sight cracking in outer walls of tyres.

Pass 21 Dec 2015 76,646 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 76,646 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 76,538 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 76,537 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 76,537 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 76,535 miles

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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A836 SKL is a 1983 BMW 635 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A836 SKL, 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 A836 SKL registered?

A836 SKL is a 1983 BMW 635, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A836 SKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A836 SKL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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