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F850 DFR

1989 BMW 635

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

49,410 mi
Last recorded49,410 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 1989 BMW 635120,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF850 DFR
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 49,410 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 49,307 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 49,191 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 49,175 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 49,045 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 48,639 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 48,491 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Oct 2012 48,486 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 48,450 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 48,316 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 48,316 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 48,256 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 48,163 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 48,010 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 48,010 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 47,670 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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F850 DFR is a 1989 BMW 635 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 F850 DFR, 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 F850 DFR registered?

F850 DFR is a 1989 BMW 635, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is F850 DFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F850 DFR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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