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F243 RJB

1989 BMW 635

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

173,124 mi
Last recorded173,124 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2006
Typical for 1989 BMW 635120,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF243 RJB
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2006 173,124 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 4 Apr 2006 173,124 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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F243 RJB is a 1989 BMW 635 in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 120,615 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 F243 RJB, 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 37 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 F243 RJB registered?

F243 RJB is a 1989 BMW 635, first registered on 22 February 1989.

Is F243 RJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F243 RJB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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