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E611 NDG

1988 BMW 635

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,766 mi
Last recorded148,766 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW 635121,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE611 NDG
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 148,766 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 148,459 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 147,748 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 147,597 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

battery insecure

Pass 11 Jul 2011 147,231 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 146,535 miles

Battery insecure

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 145,993 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 145,810 miles

Front inner wheel arch mudgaurds corroded.

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 145,810 miles

Front inner wheel arch mudgaurds corroded.

Pass 3 Jul 2007 143,291 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 143,287 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Gear shift knob loose.

Pass 2 Jun 2006 136,972 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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E611 NDG is a 1988 BMW 635 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 121,499 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 E611 NDG, 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 38 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 E611 NDG?

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What year was E611 NDG registered?

E611 NDG is a 1988 BMW 635, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is E611 NDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E611 NDG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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