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OX04 BFP

2004 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

117,605 mi
Last recorded117,605 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW Alpina63,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX04 BFP
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 117,605 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 117,604 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Linkage arm broken, and link rod to lower arm missing (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill excessively corroded, within prescibed area, 30cm, of lower seatbelt mounting point (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill corroded, within prescibed area, 30cm, of front rear trailing arm front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 114,335 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 110,615 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))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 105,934 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2023 105,932 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2022 102,871 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 101,692 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 100,150 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 98,992 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 97,085 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 96,279 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 90,614 miles

Both Front Tyre's Have Just Started To Crack/Perish

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 90,614 miles

Both Front Tyre's Have Just Started To Crack/Perish

Pass 12 Aug 2014 85,408 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 81,952 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 74,544 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 74,544 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 67,545 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 62,615 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 58,317 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 47,830 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 34,973 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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OX04 BFP is a 2004 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 OX04 BFP, 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 OX04 BFP registered?

OX04 BFP is a 2004 BMW Alpina, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is OX04 BFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OX04 BFP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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