2006 BMW Alpina MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Alpina models manufactured in 2006, based on 1,047 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Alpina cars tested in 2006. Want to see how cars built in 2006 hold up over time?
View 2006 BMW Alpina vintage page → (81.6% current pass rate)2006 BMW Alpina MOT Analysis
The 2006 BMW Alpina has an MOT pass rate of 79.9% based on 1,047 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 98,384 miles on the odometer. With a 20.1% failure rate, the 2006 Alpina is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 BMW Alpina is Suspension, responsible for 1.4% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Steering is the second most common issue at 0.9%. Tyres follows at 0.9%.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall Alpina page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 1.4% | 15 |
| 2 | Steering | 0.9% | 9 |
| 3 | Tyres | 0.9% | 9 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 9 |
| 5 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.6% | 6 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.6% | 6 |
| 7 | Visibility | 0.4% | 4 |
| 8 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 2 |
| 9 | Non-component Advisories | 0.2% | 2 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.1% | 1 |
| 11 | Road Wheels | 0.1% | 1 |
| 12 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 98,384 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.15 | 1.4% | 15 |
| Steering | 0.09 | 0.9% | 9 |
| Tyres | 0.09 | 0.9% | 9 |
| Brakes | 0.09 | 0.9% | 9 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.06 | 0.6% | 6 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.06 | 0.6% | 6 |
| Visibility | 0.04 | 0.4% | 4 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.02 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.02 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Wheels | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 BMW Alpina has an MOT pass rate of 79.9% based on 1,047 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 98,384 miles on the odometer. With a 20.1% failure rate, the 2006 Alpina is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 BMW Alpina, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With an average mileage of 98,384 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 1.4% of failures
Suspension issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 2006 BMW Alpina models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Steering — 0.9% of failures
Steering issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 2006 BMW Alpina models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Tyres — 0.9% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 2006 BMW Alpina models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.