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E78 WSW

1988 BMW 635

Beige Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,956 mi
Last recorded129,956 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2009
Typical for 1988 BMW 635121,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE78 WSW
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2009 129,956 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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E78 WSW is a 1988 BMW 635 in Beige with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E78 WSW, 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

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What year was E78 WSW registered?

E78 WSW is a 1988 BMW 635, first registered on 15 January 1988.

Is E78 WSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E78 WSW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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