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B3 VNK

2008 BMW Alpina

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,992 mi
Last recorded109,992 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 VNK
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2025 109,992 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 108,817 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 107,838 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 107,221 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 101,814 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 93,726 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 85,561 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 77,575 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 68,605 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 57,008 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 54,567 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 47,454 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 31,857 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 10,518 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 8,439 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 7,963 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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B3 VNK is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VNK, 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

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What year was B3 VNK registered?

B3 VNK is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is B3 VNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 VNK shows 16 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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