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FG02 BZF

2002 BMW Alpina

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

117,224 mi
Last recorded117,224 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW Alpina84,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG02 BZF
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 117,224 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 111,081 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 110,623 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2019 105,981 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 102,857 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 102,857 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 99,847 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 97,383 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nearside tyre wall repair

offside front tyre age cracking

Pass 28 Oct 2013 97,383 miles

offside front tyre age cracking

nearside tyre wall repair

Pass 15 Nov 2012 94,258 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 94,258 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 90,518 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 88,471 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 83,652 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 80,447 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 74,601 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 74,555 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 67,912 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 67,912 miles

Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 61,202 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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FG02 BZF is a 2002 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FG02 BZF, 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 FG02 BZF registered?

FG02 BZF is a 2002 BMW Alpina, first registered on 3 May 2002.

Is FG02 BZF safe to buy?

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