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FJ57 CVX

2008 BMW Alpina

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,611 mi
Last recorded119,611 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ57 CVX
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 119,611 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 119,455 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 110,839 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 102,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2019 95,946 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2018 85,657 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 76,035 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 67,976 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 57,677 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

Wiperblades smear

Fail 6 Aug 2015 57,677 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Wiperblades smear

Pass 9 Apr 2014 47,760 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 43,619 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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FJ57 CVX is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FJ57 CVX, 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.

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What year was FJ57 CVX registered?

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

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The MOT history for FJ57 CVX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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