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R3 MDP

1998 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 3152cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,267 mi
Last recorded144,267 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2006
Typical for 1998 BMW Alpina104,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 MDP
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,152cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2006 144,267 miles

air bag light on.b fluid light on.hole in n/s outer sill.both rear tyres on limit.

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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R3 MDP is a 1998 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 3,152cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R3 MDP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R3 MDP?

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What year was R3 MDP registered?

R3 MDP is a 1998 BMW Alpina, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R3 MDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 MDP shows 1 test 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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