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FJ09 EXT

2009 BMW Alpina

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

146,719 mi
Last recorded146,719 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW Alpina82,436 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 EXT
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 146,719 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 146,719 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2020 140,186 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 135,891 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 113,267 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 96,037 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2017 95,836 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Wishbone. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 80,247 miles

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 21 May 2016 80,124 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2015 66,833 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 45,453 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front exhaust clamp deteriorated

Pass 9 May 2013 25,885 miles

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2012 21,540 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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FJ09 EXT is a 2009 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 82,436 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 FJ09 EXT, 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 17 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 FJ09 EXT registered?

FJ09 EXT is a 2009 BMW Alpina, first registered on 18 May 2009.

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The MOT history for FJ09 EXT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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