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F508 BKL

1988 BMW 635

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

180,665 mi
Last recorded180,665 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1988 BMW 635121,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF508 BKL
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 180,665 miles

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

Front Front cross member slightly damaged

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under sealed

Pass 2 Oct 2018 180,298 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Front cross member slightly damaged

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 10 Mar 2012 176,511 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 175,700 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 175,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 175,511 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 172,805 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside rear tyre pressure clearly low-Tread worn at same to such extent that only just exceeds minimum legal limits.

Surface corrosion noted to fuel lines at rear.

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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F508 BKL is a 1988 BMW 635 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 F508 BKL, 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 F508 BKL registered?

F508 BKL is a 1988 BMW 635, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F508 BKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F508 BKL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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