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FN04 FCM

2004 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

79,432 mi
Last recorded79,432 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW Alpina63,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN04 FCM
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 79,432 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 78,160 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 76,395 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 74,226 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 72,381 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 71,102 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 69,668 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2019 69,661 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 67,591 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 65,573 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 63,446 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 61,417 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 61,344 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 57,383 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 53,673 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 49,566 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 45,538 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 40,255 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 36,100 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 30,357 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 23,146 miles

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

nearside rear outer sidelamp inop

offside rear outer sidelight inop

Pass 9 Mar 2007 20,260 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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FN04 FCM is a 2004 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,550 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 FN04 FCM, 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 22 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 FN04 FCM registered?

FN04 FCM is a 2004 BMW Alpina, first registered on 11 March 2004.

Is FN04 FCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN04 FCM shows 22 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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