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F454 RPC

1989 BMW 635

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,840 mi
Last recorded48,840 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW 635120,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF454 RPC
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 48,840 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Drive belt worn, but not excessively cracked (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2024 48,629 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive leak from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2023 48,402 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive slight misting from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust backbox corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2023 48,402 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive slight misting from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust backbox corroded

Pass 31 May 2017 48,103 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 47,340 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 47,325 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 47,147 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 43,555 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 40,668 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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F454 RPC is a 1989 BMW 635 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 F454 RPC, 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 F454 RPC registered?

F454 RPC is a 1989 BMW 635, first registered on 22 March 1989.

Is F454 RPC safe to buy?

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