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FD52 GKG

2002 BMW Alpina

Grey Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,046 mi
Last recorded73,046 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Alpina84,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 GKG
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 73,046 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 73,026 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 72,996 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 72,962 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 72,943 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 72,924 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 72,924 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2019 71,783 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 71,088 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 71,014 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 71,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 70,962 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 70,850 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 70,008 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 70,008 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 69,724 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 68,526 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 67,366 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 65,701 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 64,548 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 62,753 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 53,640 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 53,637 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 48,096 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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FD52 GKG is a 2002 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FD52 GKG, 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.

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What year was FD52 GKG registered?

FD52 GKG is a 2002 BMW Alpina, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is FD52 GKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 GKG shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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