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FJ56 CGX

2007 BMW Alpina

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

163,504 mi
Last recorded163,504 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW Alpina95,907 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 CGX
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 163,504 miles

all rear suspension in early stages of corrosion

Pass 22 Sep 2021 161,086 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 20 Sep 2021 161,086 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2020 156,337 miles

Exhaust front clamp broken

O/S/F link bar has slight movement

O/S/R shock absorber damp

Rear tyres on 2mm at parts

Pass 21 Jun 2019 147,291 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm slight play in wheel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened slight play in wheel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Jun 2019 147,286 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm slight play in wheel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened slight play in wheel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 136,409 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 136,390 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn TOP ARM INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LOWER ARM OUTER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

TPMS LIGHT ON

Pass 9 Jun 2017 125,177 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2016 112,002 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2015 101,627 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 9 Jun 2015 101,484 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 90,123 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 79,177 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 69,729 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 57,131 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 48,706 miles

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

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

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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FJ56 CGX is a 2007 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FJ56 CGX, 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 FJ56 CGX registered?

FJ56 CGX is a 2007 BMW Alpina, first registered on 5 January 2007.

Is FJ56 CGX safe to buy?

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