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MOI 6291

2012 BMW Alpina

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,396 mi
Last recorded48,396 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW Alpina75,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOI 6291
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 48,396 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 47,982 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 47,149 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 46,881 miles

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 29 Jun 2021 45,091 miles

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

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

covers fitted to underside

engine cover fitted

side skirts fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2020 43,090 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 41,950 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 38,313 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 16 Nov 2018 38,303 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 34,407 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 31,230 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 25,755 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 18,449 miles

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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MOI 6291 is a 2012 BMW Alpina in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MOI 6291, 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

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What year was MOI 6291 registered?

MOI 6291 is a 2012 BMW Alpina, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is MOI 6291 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOI 6291 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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