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E8 RGB

2002 BMW Alpina

Black Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

106,832 mi
Last recorded106,832 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Alpina84,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 RGB
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 106,832 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 103,235 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 102,771 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 100,759 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 99,184 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 97,978 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 96,173 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 92,842 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 89,541 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 85,851 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 80,455 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 76,034 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 69,537 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

nearside front and nearside rear tyres split in tyre walls but not to cord

Pass 4 Jan 2013 64,417 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 58,635 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 51,244 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 43,718 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 35,926 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 29,296 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 22,887 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 22,867 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 18,948 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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E8 RGB is a 2002 BMW Alpina in Black with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 84,835 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 E8 RGB, 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 24 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 E8 RGB?

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What year was E8 RGB registered?

E8 RGB is a 2002 BMW Alpina, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is E8 RGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E8 RGB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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