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CBY 673Y

1983 BMW 635

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

3,010 mi
Last recorded3,010 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW 635102,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBY 673Y
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 3,010 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 3,010 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 2,826 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 2,795 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 2,795 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 2,372 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 2,046 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to sill seam (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 1,695 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak Inner wing ()

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 723 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 143,072 miles

Advise inspection of rear brakes

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 143,072 miles

Advise inspection of rear brakes

Fail 29 Aug 2014 143,072 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2013 1 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 135,797 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 135,791 miles

Brake warning lights on

Cills getting corroded front and rear

Engine, gearbox and rear axle oil leaks

Fuel pump noisy

Offside front tyreand both rear tyres showing signs of ageing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Battery insecure

Fail 15 Jul 2011 135,791 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake warning lights on

Cills getting corroded front and rear

Engine, gearbox and rear axle oil leaks

Fuel pump noisy

Offside front tyreand both rear tyres showing signs of ageing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Battery insecure

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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CBY 673Y is a 1983 BMW 635 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CBY 673Y, 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 CBY 673Y registered?

CBY 673Y is a 1983 BMW 635, first registered on 24 March 1983.

Is CBY 673Y safe to buy?

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