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FJ05 NGN

2005 BMW Alpina

Black Petrol 3346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,124 mi
Last recorded134,124 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW Alpina71,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 NGN
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,346cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 134,124 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 130,123 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2024 130,119 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative suspension (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 127,095 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 122,591 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 118,605 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 115,558 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 113,863 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 113,859 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (0.2 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear brake hoses x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

n/s/f tyre underinflated

n/s/r tyre tread 2mm and perishing

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 23 Jun 2009 54,204 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 33,664 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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FJ05 NGN is a 2005 BMW Alpina in Black with a 3,346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 71,923 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 FJ05 NGN, 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 21 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 NGN registered?

FJ05 NGN is a 2005 BMW Alpina, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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The MOT history for FJ05 NGN 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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