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FM14 GCZ

2014 BMW Alpina

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

188,703 mi
Last recorded188,703 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW Alpina64,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM14 GCZ
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 188,703 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2025 188,259 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray covers fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2024 186,265 miles

offside tie rod end inner joint slight movement

Fail 3 Oct 2024 186,265 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rears. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2023 179,172 miles

Nearside Rear shockabsorber bump stop insecure

Fail 13 Sep 2023 179,172 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear shockabsorber bump stop insecure

Pass 5 Aug 2022 177,527 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 175,576 miles

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

Offside Rear shockabsorber bump stop insecure

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 174,085 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 174,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 142,507 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 110,510 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (3.5.1g)

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

advise front brake discs slightly worn

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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FM14 GCZ is a 2014 BMW Alpina in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 64,801 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 FM14 GCZ, 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 12 years old, this BMW Alpina is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FM14 GCZ registered?

FM14 GCZ is a 2014 BMW Alpina, first registered on 29 July 2014.

Is FM14 GCZ safe to buy?

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