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FB05 JXN

2005 BMW Alpina

Grey Petrol 3346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,491 mi
Last recorded64,491 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW Alpina71,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 JXN
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,346cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 64,491 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 63,340 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 63,189 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 63,058 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears and mains (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 62,829 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear main brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 62,776 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 62,627 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 62,551 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 62,244 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 60,943 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 60,936 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 60,445 miles

engine lamp on

battery lamp on

Pass 20 Mar 2015 58,312 miles

centre brake pipes rusty (cover fitted)

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake pipes rusty

Fail 17 Mar 2015 58,312 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

centre brake pipes rusty (cover fitted)

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake pipes rusty

Pass 26 Mar 2014 55,586 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 52,204 miles

N/S/F wiperblade worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FB05 JXN is a 2005 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 3,346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 71,923 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 FB05 JXN, 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 21 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 FB05 JXN?

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What year was FB05 JXN registered?

FB05 JXN is a 2005 BMW Alpina, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is FB05 JXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB05 JXN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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