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L90 CEM

2007 BMW Alpina

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

201,627 mi
Last recorded201,627 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW Alpina95,907 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL90 CEM
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 201,627 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 186,298 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 186,298 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn down to canvas and cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2023 174,575 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 164,163 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 154,535 miles

Oil Leak on Rear Axle

Fail 27 Sep 2021 154,532 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil Leak on Rear Axle

Pass 29 Sep 2020 150,672 miles

Brake Warning Light On

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 150,670 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake Warning Light On

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 142,970 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp defective Handbrake (1.1.10 (f))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 124,453 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 124,381 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 103,230 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 73,855 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 62,123 miles

Engine Cover Fitted & Under-shield Fitted

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 25 Sep 2014 58,436 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chassis no in windscreen is different to chassis plate and stamped chassis number due to alpina conversion

Fail 24 Sep 2014 58,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chassis no in windscreen is different to chassis plate and stamped chassis number due to alpina conversion

Pass 17 Oct 2013 54,289 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 46,083 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 46,083 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 40,623 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 31,421 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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L90 CEM is a 2007 BMW Alpina in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 95,907 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 L90 CEM, 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 19 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 L90 CEM registered?

L90 CEM is a 2007 BMW Alpina, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is L90 CEM safe to buy?

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