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FJ05 NFO

2004 BMW Alpina

Grey Petrol 3346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

99,467 mi
Last recorded99,467 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW Alpina63,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 NFO
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,346cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 99,467 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear part, around tank area (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 97,600 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, fuel tank area (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 May 2024 95,123 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipes at rear near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 95,077 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipes at rear near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 93,374 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 92,470 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 91,035 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe flange (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 88,849 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 86,657 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 84,398 miles

All tyres cracking on shoulders

Rear tyres worn low on inner shoulders

Pass 18 Feb 2017 80,314 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 78,360 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 78,348 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 76,415 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 73,890 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 73,888 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 67,974 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

chassis number on vin plate (inner wing) and stamped on inner wing used

Pass 27 Mar 2012 59,148 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

chassis number on vin plate (inner wing) and stamped on inner wing used

Pass 27 Apr 2011 47,400 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 37,604 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 31,325 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 30,918 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 23,639 miles

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

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)

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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FJ05 NFO is a 2004 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 3,346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FJ05 NFO, 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 FJ05 NFO registered?

FJ05 NFO is a 2004 BMW Alpina, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is FJ05 NFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 NFO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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