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BPO 487W

1980 BMW 635

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,161 mi
Last recorded102,161 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2006
Typical for 1980 BMW 63587,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPO 487W
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2006 102,161 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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BPO 487W is a 1980 BMW 635 in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 87,495 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 BPO 487W, 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 46 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 BPO 487W registered?

BPO 487W is a 1980 BMW 635, first registered on 9 April 1980.

Is BPO 487W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPO 487W shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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