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FJ08 FBK

2008 BMW Alpina

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,129 mi
Last recorded75,129 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FBK
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 75,129 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 73,121 miles

Rear Subframe Corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2024 71,757 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 68,367 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 68,367 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 65,516 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 57,716 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 56,055 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 51,031 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 47,533 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 43,266 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 4 Mar 2016 38,386 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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FJ08 FBK is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 69,504 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 FJ08 FBK, 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 18 years old, this BMW Alpina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ08 FBK?

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What year was FJ08 FBK registered?

FJ08 FBK is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is FJ08 FBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 FBK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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