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VX08 AVR

2008 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

42,728 mi
Last recorded42,728 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 AVR
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 42,728 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 42,604 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 42,487 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 42,257 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 41,908 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 40,892 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 40,194 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 39,504 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 39,053 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 38,134 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 37,424 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Jul 2014 36,407 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2013 35,144 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2012 31,905 miles

advise front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2011 26,263 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 26,263 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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VX08 AVR is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 VX08 AVR, 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

How do I check the history of VX08 AVR?

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What year was VX08 AVR registered?

VX08 AVR is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is VX08 AVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 AVR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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