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FJ08 FGG

2008 BMW Alpina

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,232 mi
Last recorded71,232 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FGG
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 71,232 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2025 71,105 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 65,734 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 60,527 miles

Offside Rear shockabsorber bump stop insecure

Pass 8 Dec 2022 55,598 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2022 55,592 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 48,905 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 42,618 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 31,445 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 31,261 miles

Stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 13 Jul 2017 30,785 miles

Stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 11 Jul 2016 30,145 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front tyre treads slightly perished and cracking on outer edges

Pass 15 Jul 2015 29,127 miles

Both front tyre treads slightly perished/crcking

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 27,645 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 22,437 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 18,694 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 13,699 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 12,736 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 FGG is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FGG, 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 FGG registered?

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

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