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RJU 87Y

1983 BMW 635

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,653 mi
Last recorded95,653 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 1983 BMW 635102,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJU 87Y
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2024 95,653 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 95,649 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 95,221 miles

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded TO REAR ()

Pass 4 Jul 2016 95,148 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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RJU 87Y is a 1983 BMW 635 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RJU 87Y, 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 RJU 87Y registered?

RJU 87Y is a 1983 BMW 635, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is RJU 87Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJU 87Y shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJU 87Y have outstanding finance?

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