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FJ08 FFL

2008 BMW Alpina

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

191,802 mi
Last recorded191,802 miles
Recorded on4 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FFL
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2025 191,802 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 191,712 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 176,711 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 176,710 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 170,881 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 170,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 157,704 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 143,035 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 132,554 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 122,132 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 108,258 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 93,554 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 79,849 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 67,583 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 20 Feb 2014 58,102 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 51,914 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 47,381 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 42,785 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 FFL is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FFL, 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.

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What year was FJ08 FFL registered?

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

Is FJ08 FFL safe to buy?

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