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A22 TJS

2005 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,059 mi
Last recorded92,059 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW Z465,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 TJS
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 92,059 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 91,365 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 90,187 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Dec 2022 90,187 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 88,917 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 88,917 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 87,901 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 87,008 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2020 87,007 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2019 82,715 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray & Engine Cover Fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2018 78,277 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 78,275 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 72,980 miles

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

offside front drop link slight play

Pass 25 Jan 2016 67,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 67,487 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 62,394 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 56,836 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front Tyre wearing uneven.

Pass 4 Feb 2013 52,452 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 48,023 miles

Corrosion On Front Brake Discs

Corrosion On Rear Brake Discs (Inner Face)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 41,954 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 34,057 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 22,561 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 15,945 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 15,945 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW Z4?

Based on 699,787 MOT tests across 46,739 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
3,672
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
46,739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,961
coil spring broken 6,689
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,893
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,843
coil spring fractured 5,828
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A22 TJS is a 2005 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 65,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,961 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A22 TJS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z4 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A22 TJS registered?

A22 TJS is a 2005 BMW Z4, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is A22 TJS safe to buy?

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