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FA07 ZBN

2007 BMW Alpina

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

145,607 mi
Last recorded145,607 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW Alpina95,907 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA07 ZBN
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 145,607 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 139,008 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 131,753 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 124,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 5 Nov 2021 117,525 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 117,514 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 113,671 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower suspension arms have slight play in bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 104,402 miles

covers fitted

Fail 10 Apr 2019 104,401 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

covers fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2018 95,313 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 95,155 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 77,162 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 72,136 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 65,394 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 65,394 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)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 57,371 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2012 47,581 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 39,625 miles

front tyre treads getting low

front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 22 Apr 2010 29,246 miles

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

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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FA07 ZBN is a 2007 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 95,907 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 FA07 ZBN, 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 19 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 FA07 ZBN registered?

FA07 ZBN is a 2007 BMW Alpina, first registered on 1 May 2007.

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The MOT history for FA07 ZBN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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