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FJ59 GGA

2009 BMW Alpina

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,526 mi
Last recorded107,526 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Alpina82,436 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 GGA
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 107,526 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 107,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 106,708 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 106,673 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 106,236 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 105,463 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 104,339 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 102,924 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 102,920 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 101,980 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3ml (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3ml (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jan 2020 101,973 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3ml (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3ml (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 99,658 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 97,064 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 90,835 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 87,768 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 85,858 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 13 Jan 2014 82,874 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2013 79,580 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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FJ59 GGA is a 2009 BMW Alpina in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FJ59 GGA, 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.

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What year was FJ59 GGA registered?

FJ59 GGA is a 2009 BMW Alpina, first registered on 11 December 2009.

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