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FJ53 VFU

2003 BMW Alpina

Silver Petrol 3346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,405 mi
Last recorded95,405 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW Alpina72,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 VFU
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,346cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 95,405 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 93,189 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 90,878 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 90,878 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 88,241 miles

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 84,542 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 84,542 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 81,760 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 81,760 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 79,708 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 76,333 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 73,638 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 72,259 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 72,259 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 70,694 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 67,611 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 62,112 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 57,531 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 57,531 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine oil level low

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 51,442 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 50,767 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 50,036 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 47,855 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 40,495 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 29,325 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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FJ53 VFU is a 2003 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 3,346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 72,324 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 FJ53 VFU, 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 23 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 FJ53 VFU registered?

FJ53 VFU is a 2003 BMW Alpina, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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