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RY03 FZH

2003 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

116,356 mi
Last recorded116,356 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW Alpina72,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 FZH
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 116,356 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 115,861 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 115,844 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 115,446 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 114,592 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 111,474 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 107,913 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 103,034 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 98,659 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 94,670 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 90,934 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 85,159 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 77,713 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 76,147 miles

Wrong chassis number in n/s windscreen

n/s rear brake disc showing wear

Pass 27 Oct 2010 71,785 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 68,687 miles

small play in both front lower suspension arms

Pass 22 Sep 2008 63,165 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 59,700 miles

both sides front bottom ball joints have free play / wearing but ok and serviceable time of test / will need attn in the future

Pass 21 Dec 2006 53,947 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 53,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RY03 FZH is a 2003 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 72,324 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 RY03 FZH, 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 23 years old, this BMW Alpina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY03 FZH registered?

RY03 FZH is a 2003 BMW Alpina, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is RY03 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 FZH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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