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B10 VBX

1997 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 4619cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

192,111 mi
Last recorded192,111 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW Alpina110,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB10 VBX
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,619cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 192,111 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 190,819 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 189,456 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 188,786 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 186,195 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 185,335 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 184,092 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 180,388 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 179,572 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 177,671 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 176,728 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 175,656 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 170,775 miles

front discs coroded

Pass 3 Sep 2012 165,678 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2011
Pass 24 Aug 2010 157,755 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 155,346 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 152,922 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 141,396 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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B10 VBX is a 1997 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 4,619cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 110,966 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 VBX, 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 29 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 B10 VBX?

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What year was B10 VBX registered?

B10 VBX is a 1997 BMW Alpina, first registered on 29 July 1997.

Is B10 VBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B10 VBX shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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