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FH04 HDG

2004 BMW Alpina

Black Petrol 3346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

61,413 mi
Last recorded61,413 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW Alpina63,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 HDG
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,346cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 61,413 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 60,746 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 60,243 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 59,900 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 59,513 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 59,308 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 58,873 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 56,615 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 53,794 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 49,471 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 46,545 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 44,804 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on inside edge and worn unevenly

Fail 24 Oct 2013 44,804 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on inside edge and worn unevenly

Pass 10 Oct 2011 32,475 miles

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

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Pass 2 Oct 2009 26,041 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 21,200 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 19,874 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 19,874 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 11,952 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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FH04 HDG is a 2004 BMW Alpina in Black with a 3,346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,550 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 FH04 HDG, 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 22 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 FH04 HDG registered?

FH04 HDG is a 2004 BMW Alpina, first registered on 13 July 2004.

Is FH04 HDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH04 HDG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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