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FD52 GKC

2002 BMW Alpina

Silver Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,881 mi
Last recorded156,881 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW Alpina84,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 GKC
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2018 156,881 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jan 2018 156,881 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 139,309 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 131,093 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 131,093 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 119,702 miles

front brake discs and pads worn

Fail 13 Apr 2011 119,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 108,907 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 86,305 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FD52 GKC is a 2002 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FD52 GKC, 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

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What year was FD52 GKC registered?

FD52 GKC is a 2002 BMW Alpina, first registered on 16 December 2002.

Is FD52 GKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 GKC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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