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FM03 VTX

2003 BMW Alpina

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,121 mi
Last recorded71,121 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW Alpina72,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 VTX
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 71,121 miles

All four coil springs are corroded.

Pass 17 Apr 2023 68,144 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 65,436 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 61,142 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 57,456 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 55,613 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 54,387 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 52,517 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 50,811 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)

Fail 28 Aug 2015 50,592 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 48,209 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 44,103 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 39,836 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 32,285 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 23,760 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 21,379 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 21,378 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 18,880 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 18,840 miles

Vehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (6.3.5.b)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 15,131 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 14,879 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 13,055 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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FM03 VTX is a 2003 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VTX, 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 VTX?

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What year was FM03 VTX registered?

FM03 VTX is a 2003 BMW Alpina, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is FM03 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 VTX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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