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PIW 8342

2016 BMW Alpina

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,482 mi
Last recorded63,482 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW Alpina46,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIW 8342
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 63,482 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 59,377 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 53,185 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 46,535 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 41,410 miles

using ALPINO chassis number for testing a car ,because the BMW chassis number has been crossed out

Pass 6 Nov 2020 35,843 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 29,329 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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PIW 8342 is a 2016 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 46,192 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 PIW 8342, 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 10 years old, this BMW Alpina is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PIW 8342 registered?

PIW 8342 is a 2016 BMW Alpina, first registered on 9 November 2016.

Is PIW 8342 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PIW 8342 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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