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LO03 ZLV

2003 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 4800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

156,522 mi
Last recorded156,522 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW Alpina72,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO03 ZLV
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 156,522 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 156,522 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured broken (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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LO03 ZLV is a 2003 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 4,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LO03 ZLV, 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

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What year was LO03 ZLV registered?

LO03 ZLV is a 2003 BMW Alpina, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LO03 ZLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO03 ZLV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LO03 ZLV have outstanding finance?

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