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R115 JHJ

1997 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 4619cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

176,445 mi
Last recorded176,445 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW Alpina110,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR115 JHJ
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,619cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 176,445 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 174,089 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 173,894 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 173,704 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 173,610 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 173,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 173,101 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 172,414 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 171,138 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 171,138 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 170,229 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 167,523 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 162,293 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 150,308 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

osr driveshaft worn and play noted

Pass 5 Jan 2010 142,860 miles

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

both front brake discs covers inscure engine oil leaks axle oil leaks

Pass 5 Jan 2009 133,915 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 125,429 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 116,216 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 105,888 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 105,691 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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R115 JHJ is a 1997 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 4,619cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 110,966 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 R115 JHJ, 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 29 years old, this BMW Alpina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R115 JHJ registered?

R115 JHJ is a 1997 BMW Alpina, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R115 JHJ safe to buy?

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