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S33 ALP

2001 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

25,958 mi
Last recorded25,958 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW Alpina88,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS33 ALP
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 25,958 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 23,566 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 17,606 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 17,014 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 16,841 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 16,360 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 16,179 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 15,967 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 15,650 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 15,453 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 12,771 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 11,569 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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Pass 26 May 2009 10,783 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 10,569 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 10,569 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2007 9,786 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 8,812 miles
Pass 13 May 2005 7,917 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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S33 ALP is a 2001 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 88,484 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 S33 ALP, 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 25 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 S33 ALP?

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What year was S33 ALP registered?

S33 ALP is a 2001 BMW Alpina, first registered on 22 May 2001.

Is S33 ALP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S33 ALP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S33 ALP have outstanding finance?

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