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R546 KDS

1998 BMW Alpina

Black Petrol 5646cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,537 mi
Last recorded26,537 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW Alpina104,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR546 KDS
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,646cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2025 26,537 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 26,523 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 26,388 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 25,680 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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R546 KDS is a 1998 BMW Alpina in Black with a 5,646cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests 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 R546 KDS, 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 R546 KDS?

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What year was R546 KDS registered?

R546 KDS is a 1998 BMW Alpina, first registered on 4 July 1998.

Is R546 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R546 KDS shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R546 KDS have outstanding finance?

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