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FD55 TAU

2005 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,541 mi
Last recorded73,541 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW Alpina71,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 TAU
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Dec 2011 73,541 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 60,620 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 45,074 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 43,108 miles

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

Wipers smearing

Pass 27 Nov 2008 30,828 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 9,660 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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FD55 TAU is a 2005 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FD55 TAU, 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 FD55 TAU?

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What year was FD55 TAU registered?

FD55 TAU is a 2005 BMW Alpina, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is FD55 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 TAU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD55 TAU have outstanding finance?

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