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MS52 ALP

2004 BMW Alpina

Silver Petrol 3346cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

39,290 mi
Last recorded39,290 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW Alpina63,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMS52 ALP
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,346cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 39,290 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 38,256 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 36,297 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 35,330 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 33,598 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 33,377 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 32,759 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 32,083 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 31,542 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 30,269 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 29,265 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 26,560 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 26,560 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 24,304 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 21,985 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 20,812 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 19,962 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 18,235 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 14,365 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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MS52 ALP is a 2004 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 3,346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,550 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 MS52 ALP, 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 22 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 MS52 ALP registered?

MS52 ALP is a 2004 BMW Alpina, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is MS52 ALP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MS52 ALP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MS52 ALP have outstanding finance?

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