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TE57 AJL

2008 BMW Alpina

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,541 mi
Last recorded77,541 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTE57 AJL
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 77,541 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 77,541 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 77,540 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 77,530 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested car not starting (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 29 Aug 2021 76,145 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 73,163 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 57,505 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 52,671 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 52,671 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 43,670 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 37,271 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 24,911 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 21,936 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 17,835 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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TE57 AJL is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 69,504 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 TE57 AJL, 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 18 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 TE57 AJL registered?

TE57 AJL is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is TE57 AJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for TE57 AJL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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