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FJ57 COH

2008 BMW Alpina

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,541 mi
Last recorded75,541 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ57 COH
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 75,541 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 72,221 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 66,896 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 64,669 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 59,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 59,708 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 56,091 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 49,578 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 40,337 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 32,385 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 18,712 miles

Screw in n/s/r tyre.

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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FJ57 COH is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FJ57 COH, 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 FJ57 COH registered?

FJ57 COH is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is FJ57 COH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ57 COH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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