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L80 NDC

2003 BMW Alpina

Green Petrol 3348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

426,594 mi
Last recorded426,594 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW Alpina72,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL80 NDC
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,348cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 426,594 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 411,078 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 392,315 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 372,976 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 355,309 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 347,654 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 333,627 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 313,836 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 295,094 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 273,851 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 273,851 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 256,513 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 239,110 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak from rear differencial

Fail 17 Apr 2014 239,110 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak from rear differencial

Pass 8 Apr 2013 220,429 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 199,747 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 199,747 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 179,746 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Apr 2011 179,746 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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L80 NDC is a 2003 BMW Alpina in Green with a 3,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 L80 NDC, 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 L80 NDC?

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What year was L80 NDC registered?

L80 NDC is a 2003 BMW Alpina, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is L80 NDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L80 NDC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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