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F260 OLP

1988 BMW 635

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

206,340 mi
Last recorded206,340 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 1988 BMW 635121,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF260 OLP
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2021 206,340 miles

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

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to back

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 75,891 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 75,891 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam all (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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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F260 OLP is a 1988 BMW 635 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 F260 OLP, 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 F260 OLP registered?

F260 OLP is a 1988 BMW 635, first registered on 12 November 1988.

Is F260 OLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F260 OLP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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