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FEL 855

1988 BMW 635

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

75,970 mi
Last recorded75,970 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW 635121,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEL 855
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 75,970 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 74,946 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 73,835 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 73,645 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 73,385 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 73,002 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 72,176 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 70,398 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 70,398 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 69,215 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 69,074 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 68,336 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 68,065 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 67,252 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 67,246 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 67,207 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 67,191 miles

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

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 67,094 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 67,094 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 67,003 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 67,003 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 66,902 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 66,902 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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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FEL 855 is a 1988 BMW 635 in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FEL 855, 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

How do I check the history of FEL 855?

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What year was FEL 855 registered?

FEL 855 is a 1988 BMW 635, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is FEL 855 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEL 855 shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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