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G635 CAB

1989 BMW 635

Grey Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

162,996 mi
Last recorded162,996 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW 635120,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG635 CAB
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 162,996 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 161,359 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexible brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 160,977 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 160,650 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 160,650 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 160,475 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 159,270 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 158,078 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 157,356 miles

All tyres perished.

Both rear fuel pipes perished.

Nearside rear tyre low tread.

Fail 8 Mar 2017 157,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

All tyres perished.

Both rear fuel pipes perished.

Nearside rear tyre low tread.

Pass 27 Feb 2009 152,562 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 152,562 miles

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

front wings corroded

o/s and n/s rear inner wheel arches corroded

o/s front jacking point corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2006 150,200 miles

front wings corroded o/s worst

n/s rear tyre on limit

o/s rear tyre 2mm

power steering and alternator belts splitting

Pass 20 Oct 2005 147,075 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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G635 CAB is a 1989 BMW 635 in Grey with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 G635 CAB, 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 G635 CAB registered?

G635 CAB is a 1989 BMW 635, first registered on 9 August 1989.

Is G635 CAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G635 CAB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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