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DCL 88Y

1982 BMW 635

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

111,613 mi
Last recorded111,613 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2023
Typical for 1982 BMW 635101,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCL 88Y
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2023 111,613 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 110,662 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

both rear sill ends corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2021 109,943 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 109,442 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 108,623 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear tyres wearing thin centre tread

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 108,481 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 108,787 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 108,362 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Fail 27 Jul 2015 108,359 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 108,293 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 107,966 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 107,706 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 105,771 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 105,161 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 104,880 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 103,886 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 103,025 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 102,189 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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DCL 88Y is a 1982 BMW 635 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1982 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 101,197 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 DCL 88Y, 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 44 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 DCL 88Y registered?

DCL 88Y is a 1982 BMW 635, first registered on 8 October 1982.

Is DCL 88Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCL 88Y shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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