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GW16 TJW

2016 BMW Alpina

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,194 mi
Last recorded77,194 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW Alpina46,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW16 TJW
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 77,194 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 71,684 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 62,097 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 15 May 2024 62,097 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 51,267 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 44,390 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jun 2021 32,939 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2019 25,585 miles

Nearside Rear Has a deep cut ( no cords visible )

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Has a deep cut ( no cords visible )

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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GW16 TJW is a 2016 BMW Alpina in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 46,192 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 GW16 TJW, 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 10 years old, this BMW Alpina is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GW16 TJW registered?

GW16 TJW is a 2016 BMW Alpina, first registered on 3 May 2016.

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