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B3 CPY

2009 BMW Alpina

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

63,653 mi
Last recorded63,653 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Alpina82,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 CPY
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 63,653 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder

Pass 14 May 2025 61,091 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 56,360 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 56,360 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 53,413 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 53,404 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 53,394 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 53,019 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 52,240 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 46,490 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 44,885 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 42,333 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 30,834 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 20,671 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2013 17,786 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 15,212 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 15,212 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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B3 CPY is a 2009 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 82,436 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 B3 CPY, 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 17 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 B3 CPY registered?

B3 CPY is a 2009 BMW Alpina, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is B3 CPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 CPY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B3 CPY have outstanding finance?

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