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F540 OTY

1989 BMW 635

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,073 mi
Last recorded97,073 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 1989 BMW 635120,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF540 OTY
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2014 97,073 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

corrosion on both front brake discs

corrosion on both rear brake discs

light play in nearside front anti roll bar link arm

offside front and nearside front inner wheel archs holed and corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2014 97,070 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

corrosion on both front brake discs

corrosion on both rear brake discs

light play in nearside front anti roll bar link arm

offside front and nearside front inner wheel archs holed and corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2007 97,046 miles

front number plate starting to deteriorate

slight play in nearside front anti roll bar link pin

Fail 10 Nov 2006 96,980 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front number plate starting to deteriorate

nearside front anti roll bar link pin slight play

Pass 10 Nov 2006 96,980 miles

front number plate starting to deteriorate

nearside front anti roll bar link pin slight play

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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F540 OTY is a 1989 BMW 635 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F540 OTY, 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

How do I check the history of F540 OTY?

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What year was F540 OTY registered?

F540 OTY is a 1989 BMW 635, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F540 OTY safe to buy?

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