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SP09 HGL

2009 BMW Alpina

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

114,384 mi
Last recorded114,384 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Alpina82,436 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 HGL
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 114,384 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 112,187 miles

Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 112,155 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded All rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear suspension bushes ,worn deteriorated.

Rear suspension components /arm /subframe /coil springs are corroded.

Pass 27 Nov 2023 109,283 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 104,061 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 104,061 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 100,404 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 100,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2020 96,399 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 96,399 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 92,173 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 87,889 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 86,768 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 86,676 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front brake discs heavily corroded on inner surfaces

slight front brake vibration

Pass 24 May 2017 77,675 miles

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 24 May 2017 77,675 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 3 Jun 2016 67,388 miles
Fail 30 May 2016 67,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front discs corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2014 43,803 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 33,798 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 21,468 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 21,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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SP09 HGL is a 2009 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2009 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 82,436 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP09 HGL, 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 17 years old, this BMW Alpina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SP09 HGL registered?

SP09 HGL is a 2009 BMW Alpina, first registered on 18 May 2009.

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