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C399 BYM

1985 BMW 635

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,631 mi
Last recorded39,631 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW 635117,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC399 BYM
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 39,631 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2025 39,631 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2024 39,594 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2018 39,567 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 39,559 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 39,559 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 39,537 miles

Brake has a slight discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 9 Sep 2011 39,527 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake has a slight discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2010 39,518 miles

surface rust to both rear inner discs

Pass 7 Feb 2009 39,514 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 39,404 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 39,282 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 38,989 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 389,082 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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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C399 BYM is a 1985 BMW 635 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 117,171 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 C399 BYM, 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 41 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 C399 BYM registered?

C399 BYM is a 1985 BMW 635, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C399 BYM safe to buy?

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