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R36 VCF

1998 BMW Alpina

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

126,983 mi
Last recorded126,983 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW Alpina104,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 VCF
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 126,983 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 May 2023 126,981 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 116,024 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 111,938 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 103,856 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 95,794 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 89,093 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 84,186 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 83,019 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 81,015 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 80,095 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 79,880 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 79,640 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 78,592 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 77,804 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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R36 VCF is a 1998 BMW Alpina in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 104,522 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 R36 VCF, 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 28 years old, this BMW Alpina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R36 VCF registered?

R36 VCF is a 1998 BMW Alpina, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R36 VCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 VCF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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