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G885 XHP

1989 BMW 635

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 BMW 635120,615 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG885 XHP
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2013
Pass 14 Mar 2012 106,422 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 106,069 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 103,757 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 100,382 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 96,223 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 95,668 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 95,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/r brake pipe corroded

o/s/r brake hose ferrule corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2005 94,811 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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G885 XHP is a 1989 BMW 635 in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G885 XHP, 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 G885 XHP registered?

G885 XHP is a 1989 BMW 635, first registered on 19 September 1989.

Is G885 XHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G885 XHP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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