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AX57 EJL

2008 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,228 mi
Last recorded71,228 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 EJL
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 71,228 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 71,228 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 70,554 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 70,058 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 69,269 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 68,432 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 67,378 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 67,378 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 66,121 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 64,013 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 63,403 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 62,206 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre inner sidewall starting to split

Fail 22 Feb 2017 62,204 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre inner sidewall starting to split

Tyre pressure warning light is on

Pass 9 Jan 2016 59,663 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 54,503 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 51,228 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 44,227 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 44,227 miles

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 41,520 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 35,459 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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AX57 EJL is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AX57 EJL, 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 AX57 EJL registered?

AX57 EJL is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is AX57 EJL safe to buy?

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