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FP53 FOF

2004 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 3346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,282 mi
Last recorded97,282 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW Alpina63,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 FOF
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,346cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 97,282 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 97,203 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 97,169 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 97,103 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 97,086 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 97,063 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 97,038 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 97,012 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 97,003 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 96,989 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 96,526 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 96,300 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 94,811 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

rear shock absorber dust covers loose

Pass 5 Jan 2013 89,876 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 84,817 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 73,985 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 64,060 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 49,261 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 37,759 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 29,831 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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FP53 FOF is a 2004 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 3,346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FP53 FOF, 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 FP53 FOF registered?

FP53 FOF is a 2004 BMW Alpina, first registered on 7 January 2004.

Is FP53 FOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 FOF shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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