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M5 XBW

2007 BMW Alpina

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,188 mi
Last recorded132,188 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW Alpina95,907 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 XBW
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 132,188 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 130,410 miles

all discs scored/pitted or worn but not weakened

Pass 15 Jan 2024 127,138 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 123,294 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 115,651 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 115,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 107,411 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 103,216 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2020 103,216 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2019 96,993 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 92,403 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 78,256 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

both front brake hoses perished

cut in sidewall of nearside front tyre

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge and close to legal limit

Pass 18 Sep 2015 71,784 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 66,542 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 56,491 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 56,491 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 56,406 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 55,642 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 28 Apr 2012 38,553 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 37,135 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 37,135 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 33,270 miles

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

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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M5 XBW is a 2007 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M5 XBW, 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 M5 XBW registered?

M5 XBW is a 2007 BMW Alpina, first registered on 16 March 2007.

Is M5 XBW safe to buy?

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