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B3 HVY

2008 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,436 mi
Last recorded48,436 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 HVY
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 48,436 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 48,312 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 46,549 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 45,082 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 43,719 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 43,305 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 38,593 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 36,011 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 80,881 miles

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

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 HVY is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 69,504 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 HVY, 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 18 years old, this BMW Alpina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B3 HVY?

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What year was B3 HVY registered?

B3 HVY is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 2 December 2008.

Is B3 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 HVY shows 9 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 B3 HVY have outstanding finance?

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