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WC05 PRY

2008 BMW Alpina

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,845 mi
Last recorded42,845 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Alpina69,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWC05 PRY
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 42,845 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 41,885 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 40,869 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 39,319 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 37,673 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 36,441 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 35,360 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 34,161 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 32,460 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 29,639 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 29,639 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 27,425 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 26,227 miles

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

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Jul 2014 23,264 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 21,203 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 18,265 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 15,582 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 15,582 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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WC05 PRY is a 2008 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WC05 PRY, 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 WC05 PRY?

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What year was WC05 PRY registered?

WC05 PRY is a 2008 BMW Alpina, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is WC05 PRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WC05 PRY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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