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FM03 VTL

2003 BMW Alpina

Black Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,392 mi
Last recorded80,392 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW Alpina72,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 VTL
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 80,392 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 80,334 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 80,311 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner surface and outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 80,278 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 80,236 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 80,105 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 78,428 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 75,305 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Fail 2 Jul 2014 75,305 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 70,257 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 15 Nov 2011 61,691 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 51,099 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 38,907 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 29,992 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 25,442 miles

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

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

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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FM03 VTL is a 2003 BMW Alpina in Black with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 FM03 VTL, 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

How do I check the history of FM03 VTL?

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What year was FM03 VTL registered?

FM03 VTL is a 2003 BMW Alpina, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is FM03 VTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 VTL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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