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FJ08 WPW

2008 BMW Alpina

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,542 mi
Last recorded98,542 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 WPW
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 98,542 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 98,395 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 98,108 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 97,782 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 97,177 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 95,044 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 90,818 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 85,889 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 67,324 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearsise front tyre starting to crack/perish

Pass 23 Jun 2014 60,534 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 56,828 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 48,270 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 48,270 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 39,100 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 WPW is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WPW, 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 WPW?

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What year was FJ08 WPW registered?

FJ08 WPW is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is FJ08 WPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 WPW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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