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FJ07 FDM

2007 BMW Alpina

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

173,524 mi
Last recorded173,524 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW Alpina95,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ07 FDM
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 173,524 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 169,888 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 166,679 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 166,679 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2015 129,710 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 26 May 2015 129,693 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 31 May 2014 102,173 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 98,138 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 72,580 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

VIN number as displayed in windscreen incorrect. Alpina VIN number displayed on offside inner wing.

front brake imbalance 17%

Pass 17 Mar 2012 58,739 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Fail 10 Mar 2012 58,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (6.3.5.b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2011 48,015 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 30,355 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 29,687 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 29,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

o/s/f tyre cut badly close to cord

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 FDM is a 2007 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FDM, 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.

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What year was FJ07 FDM registered?

FJ07 FDM is a 2007 BMW Alpina, first registered on 1 March 2007.

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