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FJ08 FDP

2008 BMW Alpina

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,388 mi
Last recorded58,388 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FDP
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Apr 2013 58,388 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 58,388 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 53,483 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 42,108 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 31,649 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 FDP is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 FJ08 FDP, 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

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What year was FJ08 FDP registered?

FJ08 FDP is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FJ08 FDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 FDP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ08 FDP have outstanding finance?

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