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C482 ORD

1985 BMW 635

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

17,454 mi
Last recorded17,454 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 BMW 635117,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC482 ORD
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 17,454 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 17,200 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 16,387 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 15,387 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 14,213 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 13,268 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 12,813 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 11,555 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 9,872 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 7,246 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 5,416 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 3,721 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 1,682 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 138,756 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 138,756 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 135,916 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 133,272 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 131,096 miles

nearside inner drive shaft boot split

Fail 25 Mar 2010 131,096 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside inner drive shaft boot split

Pass 27 Mar 2009 128,446 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 126,000 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 126,000 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 124,688 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 124,688 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 123,308 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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C482 ORD is a 1985 BMW 635 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 C482 ORD, 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

How do I check the history of C482 ORD?

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What year was C482 ORD registered?

C482 ORD is a 1985 BMW 635, first registered on 14 October 1985.

Is C482 ORD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C482 ORD shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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