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FH04 PJV

2004 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,538 mi
Last recorded60,538 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW Alpina63,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 PJV
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2014 60,538 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 48,686 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 40,264 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 39,836 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 37,843 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 34,358 miles

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

N/S front tyre perished and cracked

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 6 May 2010 34,358 miles

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

N/S front tyre perished and cracked

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 1 May 2009 32,060 miles

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

sill covers and undershields fitted

Fail 1 May 2009 32,060 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

sill covers and undershields fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2008 30,137 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 22,810 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 PJV is a 2004 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 FH04 PJV, 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 PJV registered?

FH04 PJV is a 2004 BMW Alpina, first registered on 3 June 2004.

Is FH04 PJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH04 PJV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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