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ALP 3S

1996 BMW Alpina

Black Petrol 2786cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,977 mi
Last recorded121,977 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW Alpina115,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALP 3S
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,786cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 121,977 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 119,775 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 117,086 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 115,704 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 114,482 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 113,982 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 113,368 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 112,312 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 111,762 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 111,419 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 111,206 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 111,101 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 110,727 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 110,139 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 109,627 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 108,560 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 108,370 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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ALP 3S is a 1996 BMW Alpina in Black with a 2,786cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 115,699 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ALP 3S, 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 30 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 ALP 3S?

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What year was ALP 3S registered?

ALP 3S is a 1996 BMW Alpina, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is ALP 3S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALP 3S shows 17 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 ALP 3S have outstanding finance?

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