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FJ07 FCY

2007 BMW Alpina

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,852 mi
Last recorded139,852 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW Alpina95,907 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ07 FCY
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 139,852 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 133,173 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 133,026 miles

Offside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 124,775 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 124,775 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 120,891 miles

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Fail 19 Aug 2022 120,891 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides front (4.1.2 (a))

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 23 Aug 2021 120,338 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 115,671 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 105,230 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 96,123 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 90,578 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 80,840 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 80,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 80,802 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 73,090 miles

Offside rear Brake Pad warning wire adrift

Oil leak from Diff area

Pass 5 Mar 2014 59,586 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 52,043 miles

265/30 zr 19 93y avon zz3

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)

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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FJ07 FCY is a 2007 BMW Alpina in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 FJ07 FCY, 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 FJ07 FCY registered?

FJ07 FCY is a 2007 BMW Alpina, first registered on 12 March 2007.

Is FJ07 FCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ07 FCY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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