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AE08 KGM

2008 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

104,693 mi
Last recorded104,693 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 KGM
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 104,693 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 104,072 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2023 104,067 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 100,037 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 96,913 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 93,363 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 85,130 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 76,183 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 74,160 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 72,016 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 68,442 miles

Gear Box Oil Leak

Pass 20 Mar 2015 64,634 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 64,634 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 59,562 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 50,304 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 50,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 42,515 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 42,177 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2011 38,769 miles

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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AE08 KGM is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 55,168 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 AE08 KGM, 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 18 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 KGM registered?

AE08 KGM is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is AE08 KGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 KGM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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