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A353 DRC

1984 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,722 mi
Last recorded133,722 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA353 DRC
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 133,722 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 133,722 miles

Nearside bonnet catch inoperative

Pass 20 Aug 2015 133,722 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 133,722 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 133,675 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 132,726 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 132,726 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 132,181 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 12,893 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Alpina?

Based on 29,169 MOT tests across 2,395 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
4,292
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 568
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 270
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 226
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A353 DRC is a 1984 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a BMW Alpina fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 568 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A353 DRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Alpina typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 42 years old, this BMW Alpina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A353 DRC?

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What year was A353 DRC registered?

A353 DRC is a 1984 BMW Alpina, first registered on 1 February 1984.

Is A353 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A353 DRC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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