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SL 3424

1986 BMW 635

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,427 mi
Last recorded68,427 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW 635113,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL 3424
MakeBMW
Model635
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 68,427 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 67,615 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 67,554 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 66,748 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 65,997 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 65,916 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 65,893 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 65,120 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 65,109 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 63,764 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 61,624 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 58,967 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 56,723 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 54,730 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 54,726 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 52,119 miles

oil leak engine & rear diff

Pass 22 May 2013 49,909 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 47,967 miles

SLIGHT OIL LEAKS FROM ENGINE AND REAR DIFFERENTAIL

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 46,075 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 43,727 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 41,389 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 40,053 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 12 May 2008 38,364 miles

Battery insecure

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

unable to check rear seat belts

Pass 20 Jul 2006 31,433 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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SL 3424 is a 1986 BMW 635 in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1986 BMW 635 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 113,396 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 SL 3424, 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 40 years old, this BMW 635 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SL 3424?

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What year was SL 3424 registered?

SL 3424 is a 1986 BMW 635, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is SL 3424 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL 3424 shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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