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W972 XAE

2000 BMW Alpina

Purple Petrol 4619cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 BMW Alpina97,471 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW972 XAE
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,619cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026
Pass 28 Mar 2025 65,349 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 65,251 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 64,932 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 64,932 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 64,650 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 64,406 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured 2 rears (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 63,948 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 63,824 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Oct 2018 63,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 63,145 miles

Front both brakes binding slightly

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear above axle (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both lower outer bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 62,573 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower arm to hub unit (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower arm to hub unit (2.4.G.2)

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 28 Oct 2016 62,573 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower arm to hub unit (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower arm to hub unit (2.4.G.2)

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 4 Sep 2015 62,435 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 61,515 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 61,260 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2012 60,252 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 58,015 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 50,823 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 May 2009 45,278 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 43,190 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 May 2008 43,190 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 38,080 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 30,990 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 30,990 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2005 27,132 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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W972 XAE is a 2000 BMW Alpina in Purple with a 4,619cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2000 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 97,471 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 W972 XAE, 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 26 years old, this BMW Alpina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W972 XAE registered?

W972 XAE is a 2000 BMW Alpina, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W972 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W972 XAE shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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