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FJ07 FCC

2007 BMW Alpina

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

170,282 mi
Last recorded170,282 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW Alpina95,907 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ07 FCC
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2024 170,282 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 170,282 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively flats fitted (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn smooth on edges 235/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 162,560 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 162,560 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall 265/30/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge 265/30/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2022 155,623 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 151,002 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 151,002 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both back (arms coil spring bolts to) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Dec 2019 145,429 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge 235/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 129,926 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 28 Dec 2018 129,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 115,991 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 115,991 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rose bush. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rose bush. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 102,058 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 102,058 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Unable to see brake pads clearly

Pass 5 Dec 2015 92,308 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 82,837 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 78,117 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 70,831 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 63,725 miles

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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FJ07 FCC is a 2007 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2007 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 95,907 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 FJ07 FCC, 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 19 years old, this BMW Alpina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FJ07 FCC is a 2007 BMW Alpina, first registered on 20 March 2007.

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