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AM53 HCV

2003 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

66,235 mi
Last recorded66,235 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW Z467,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 HCV
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 66,235 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 19 Feb 2025 62,887 miles

under trays fitted to chassis unable to inspect above

Pass 28 Dec 2023 60,532 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 57,949 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 54,882 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 51,725 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 47,420 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 42,732 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 38,936 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 34,333 miles

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full vehicle inspection

Pass 10 Dec 2015 29,082 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 24,943 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2013 21,830 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 20,658 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 19,437 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 17,490 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 16,419 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 14,936 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 13,335 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 11,611 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2006 11,611 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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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AM53 HCV is a 2003 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 67,714 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 AM53 HCV, 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 23 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM53 HCV?

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What year was AM53 HCV registered?

AM53 HCV is a 2003 BMW Z4, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is AM53 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 HCV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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