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GRW 191

1983 BMW 635

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,251 mi
Last recorded50,251 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1983 BMW 635102,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRW 191
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 50,251 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 50,239 miles

Central Front Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 49,424 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2023 49,424 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 49,322 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 49,291 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 May 2017 49,235 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both rear (3.6.B.4e)

Rear coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 49,217 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 49,176 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 49,156 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 49,133 miles

Advise front wipers cant be turned off but operate ok.

Pass 6 Dec 2012 49,112 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 49,112 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 48,943 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 48,725 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Passenger side front fog lamp cracked.

Fail 9 Dec 2010 48,704 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Passenger side front fog lamp cracked.

Pass 8 Dec 2009 48,636 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 48,636 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 48,260 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 47,416 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 46,675 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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GRW 191 is a 1983 BMW 635 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 102,484 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 GRW 191, 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 43 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 GRW 191 registered?

GRW 191 is a 1983 BMW 635, first registered on 12 April 1983.

Is GRW 191 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRW 191 shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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