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M88 XEY

2006 BMW Alpina

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,711 mi
Last recorded161,711 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW Alpina93,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 XEY
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 161,711 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 160,592 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 154,874 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 149,541 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 146,338 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 140,060 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 139,986 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 131,856 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 122,854 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement FRONTMOST (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 114,699 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 114,699 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 103,065 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 95,836 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2011 81,175 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 81,175 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 58,122 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake pads low

Pass 16 Oct 2009 42,335 miles

2 nails in nearside rear tyre

all tyres worn more on edges

Fail 16 Oct 2009 42,335 miles

2 nails in nearside rear tyre

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

all tyres worn more on edges

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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M88 XEY is a 2006 BMW Alpina in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 93,812 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 M88 XEY, 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 20 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 M88 XEY registered?

M88 XEY is a 2006 BMW Alpina, first registered on 14 October 2006.

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The MOT history for M88 XEY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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