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RFZ 1881

2009 BMW 635

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,282 mi
Last recorded136,282 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 63581,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFZ 1881
MakeBMW
Model635
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 136,282 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 136,095 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 124,019 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 114,331 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 106,735 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 106,358 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 94,504 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 94,468 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 80,656 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 72,037 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 62,192 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 52,708 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 52,708 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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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RFZ 1881 is a 2009 BMW 635 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 81,288 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RFZ 1881, 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 17 years old, this BMW 635 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RFZ 1881?

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What year was RFZ 1881 registered?

RFZ 1881 is a 2009 BMW 635, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is RFZ 1881 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFZ 1881 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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