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B3 SXL

2003 BMW Alpina

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,885 mi
Last recorded107,885 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW Alpina72,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 SXL
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 107,885 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 106,452 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 104,685 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 103,170 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 26 Jul 2021 101,009 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 95,505 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 89,454 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 83,282 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 82,300 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 80,068 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 76,403 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 73,707 miles

nearside rear top shocker cover insecure

Pass 16 Jul 2011 70,762 miles

front to rear steel brake pipes starting to corrode close to fuel tank

Pass 22 May 2010 67,540 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 67,437 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2009 58,343 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 46,311 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 46,306 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 36,646 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 26,080 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 26,080 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 SXL is a 2003 BMW Alpina in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B3 SXL, 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 B3 SXL registered?

B3 SXL is a 2003 BMW Alpina, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is B3 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 SXL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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