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B8 NMW

1995 BMW Alpina

Purple Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

71,952 mi
Last recorded71,952 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 1995 BMW Alpina128,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 NMW
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1995
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 71,952 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 71,530 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 71,191 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 71,175 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 71,123 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 70,912 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 70,269 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 68,519 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 65,274 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 63,779 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 63,779 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 61,342 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 58,790 miles

slight front brake imbalance 15%

Pass 26 Jun 2009 55,131 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 49,989 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 44,045 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 42,049 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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B8 NMW is a 1995 BMW Alpina in Purple with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1995 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 128,388 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 B8 NMW, 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 31 years old, this BMW Alpina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B8 NMW registered?

B8 NMW is a 1995 BMW Alpina, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is B8 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 NMW 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.

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