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FJ12 GRX

2012 BMW Alpina

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,973 mi
Last recorded91,973 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW Alpina75,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 GRX
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2026 91,973 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 82,642 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 81,035 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 80,177 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 77,066 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 74,799 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 70,322 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect All four (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 66,582 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 62,251 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 52,377 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 39,717 miles

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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FJ12 GRX is a 2012 BMW Alpina in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 75,992 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 FJ12 GRX, 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 14 years old, this BMW Alpina is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ12 GRX?

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What year was FJ12 GRX registered?

FJ12 GRX is a 2012 BMW Alpina, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FJ12 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 GRX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ12 GRX have outstanding finance?

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