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B10 DPS

2003 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

160,220 mi
Last recorded160,220 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW Alpina72,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB10 DPS
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 160,220 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 159,352 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 159,352 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 156,397 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 152,135 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 148,315 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 147,693 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 147,693 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 145,068 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 136,544 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 11 Apr 2013 130,332 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 123,383 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 116,458 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 110,762 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre has uneven wear on outer shoulder

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 108,012 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 105,658 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 91,725 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 69,523 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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B10 DPS is a 2003 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 72,324 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 B10 DPS, 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 23 years old, this BMW Alpina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B10 DPS registered?

B10 DPS is a 2003 BMW Alpina, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is B10 DPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B10 DPS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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