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FJ08 FGP

2008 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

113,895 mi
Last recorded113,895 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FGP
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 113,895 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 110,872 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2024 110,859 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 109,267 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 108,948 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 108,948 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2017 104,773 miles

Nearside Front Jacking block is missing

Fail 1 May 2017 104,773 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Jacking block is missing

Pass 5 Apr 2016 103,178 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 103,178 miles

Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective both (1.7.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 101,408 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 98,060 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 94,648 miles

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

rear tyres wearing on inner edge

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 FGP is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FGP, 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 FGP registered?

FJ08 FGP is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is FJ08 FGP safe to buy?

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