BMW 635 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 635. Check any 635 by registration number below.

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82.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.8%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

BMW 635 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 635 has an average MOT pass rate of 82.1%, which is 7.8 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 635 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 635 fails its MOT are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your 635 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW 635, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 635 performs at MOT across different model years.

2010

Based on 1,338 vehicles

81.8%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

19.1%

2009

Based on 1,286 vehicles

82.5%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

18.2%

2008

Based on 1,646 vehicles

77.7%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

19.2%

2007

Based on 587 vehicles

81.8%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

13.3%

1990

Based on 64 vehicles

82.8%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

9.3%

1989

Based on 437 vehicles

84.4%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

10.2%

1988

Based on 303 vehicles

82.5%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

10.1%

1987

Based on 118 vehicles

79.7%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

12.5%

1986

Based on 191 vehicles

83.8%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

9.9%

1985

Based on 140 vehicles

81.4%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

4.7%

1984

Based on 74 vehicles

77.0%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

8.3%

1983

Based on 46 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

0

Based on 2,435 vehicles

81.0%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

122k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 635

The most common reasons a BMW 635 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

3.9%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.9%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

3.3%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.8%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

2.7%

BMW 635 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

3.5%

Front Nearside

3.4%

Rear Nearside

2.5%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 635

BMW 635 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 635 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 635?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 635 is 82.1% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 635?

The most common MOT failures on the BMW 635 are: Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (3.9%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.9%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (3.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the BMW 635 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 82.1%, the BMW 635 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 635?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a BMW 635?

Typical mileage for the BMW 635: 121,664 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 635 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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