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M7 TCX

1996 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 3152cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,311 mi
Last recorded78,311 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW Alpina115,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 TCX
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,152cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 78,311 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 72,532 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 69,547 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 67,853 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2023 67,850 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 67,795 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 67,756 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 67,718 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 67,617 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 67,555 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 67,323 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 67,257 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 67,137 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 66,822 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 65,799 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 64,550 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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M7 TCX is a 1996 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 3,152cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 115,699 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 M7 TCX, 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 30 years old, this BMW Alpina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M7 TCX registered?

M7 TCX is a 1996 BMW Alpina, first registered on 3 December 1996.

Is M7 TCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M7 TCX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M7 TCX have outstanding finance?

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