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FH51 HPE

2001 BMW Alpina

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,797 mi
Last recorded63,797 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW Alpina88,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 HPE
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 63,797 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 57,307 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 51,511 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 51,511 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 40,216 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 32,148 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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FH51 HPE is a 2001 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 88,484 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 FH51 HPE, 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 25 years old, this BMW Alpina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FH51 HPE?

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What year was FH51 HPE registered?

FH51 HPE is a 2001 BMW Alpina, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is FH51 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH51 HPE shows 6 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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