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FB04 YLZ

2004 BMW Alpina

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,806 mi
Last recorded151,806 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2012
Typical for 2004 BMW Alpina63,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB04 YLZ
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2012 151,806 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 151,192 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 83,720 miles

front brake discs worn and corroded, pads worn low

rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2009 73,167 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

windscreen wipers smeering

Fail 8 Oct 2009 73,167 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

windscreen wipers smeering

Pass 10 Jul 2008 70,529 miles

tyres cracking & scubbed sidewalls,underbody fitted with plastic trims,ns mirror cover missing...

Pass 11 Jul 2007 52,559 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 52,460 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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FB04 YLZ is a 2004 BMW Alpina in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,550 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FB04 YLZ, 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 22 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 FB04 YLZ registered?

FB04 YLZ is a 2004 BMW Alpina, first registered on 8 July 2004.

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