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JKL 187Y

1982 BMW 635

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

141,788 mi
Last recorded141,788 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 1982 BMW 635101,197 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKL 187Y
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 141,788 miles

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

Rear Subframe Bush's Perished

Underside Corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2017 141,143 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 140,405 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 140,217 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 138,845 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 137,245 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 133,127 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 125,700 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 116,038 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 116,029 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 106,585 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 106,402 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 96,073 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 95,964 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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JKL 187Y is a 1982 BMW 635 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1982 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 101,197 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 JKL 187Y, 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 44 years old, this BMW 635 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JKL 187Y registered?

JKL 187Y is a 1982 BMW 635, first registered on 11 August 1982.

Is JKL 187Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKL 187Y 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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