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N6 EMP

2006 BMW Alpina

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

135,902 mi
Last recorded135,902 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW Alpina93,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN6 EMP
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 135,902 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 133,704 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 131,683 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 129,867 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 126,989 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 124,667 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 124,059 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 115,881 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2019 115,881 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 109,040 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 109,040 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2017 103,016 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 95,111 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 23 May 2015 86,990 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 74,657 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 66,460 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 66,396 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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N6 EMP is a 2006 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N6 EMP, 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.

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What year was N6 EMP registered?

N6 EMP is a 2006 BMW Alpina, first registered on 20 June 2006.

Is N6 EMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N6 EMP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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