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T96 GRC

1999 BMW Alpina

Purple Petrol 4598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

121,788 mi
Last recorded121,788 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW Alpina103,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT96 GRC
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,598cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 121,788 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 120,340 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 119,885 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 119,144 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 117,224 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 114,812 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 114,812 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 111,532 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Jul 2016 108,988 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 105,419 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 101,201 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 102,314 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 102,314 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 102,239 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 102,239 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 100,900 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 100,895 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 100,895 miles

Nearside Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 100,295 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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T96 GRC is a 1999 BMW Alpina in Purple with a 4,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 103,335 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 T96 GRC, 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 27 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 T96 GRC?

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What year was T96 GRC registered?

T96 GRC is a 1999 BMW Alpina, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T96 GRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T96 GRC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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