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F890 NSR

1989 BMW 635

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

116,251 mi
Last recorded116,251 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 1989 BMW 635120,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF890 NSR
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 116,251 miles

All brake discs corroded and scored

Exhaust system and rubber mountings in poor condition and likely to fail

Nearside front and Offside front Floor/Wing/Sill area corroded but not structural

Nearside rear and Offside rear Inner wheel arch corroded and holed but not structural

Offside front bumper mounting corroded

Oil leak

Rear Diff leaking oil

Fail 21 Feb 2019 116,248 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Emissions not tested Coolant leak and possible overheat (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust system in poor condition

All brake discs corroded and scored

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust rubbers cracked and torn

Nearside front and Offside front Floor/Wing/sill area corroded but not structural

Nearside rear and Offside rear Inner wheel arch corroded and holed but not structural

Offside front bumper mounting corroded

Oil leak

Rear diff leaking oil

Wheel bearings not tested

Pass 14 Jun 2011 116,054 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 114,023 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 113,343 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 113,340 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 108,504 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 108,504 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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F890 NSR is a 1989 BMW 635 in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 F890 NSR, 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 F890 NSR registered?

F890 NSR is a 1989 BMW 635, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F890 NSR safe to buy?

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