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CU08 OAV

2008 BMW Alpina

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

106,699 mi
Last recorded106,699 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 OAV
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 106,699 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 30 Jul 2024 105,177 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 102,780 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides slightly worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 101,753 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 101,007 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 99,752 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 96,178 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 94,456 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 92,256 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 89,422 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 84,816 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 69,123 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 69,123 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 66,596 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

RHR tyre almost at cords on inner edge.

Pass 16 Jul 2013 41,515 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 15,977 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 10,981 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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CU08 OAV is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CU08 OAV, 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 CU08 OAV registered?

CU08 OAV is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is CU08 OAV safe to buy?

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