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AY09 YKJ

2009 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

67,355 mi
Last recorded67,355 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY09 YKJ
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 67,355 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 67,304 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 63,420 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2023 59,896 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 57,834 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 57,790 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 55,759 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 55,755 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 52,176 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 45,957 miles

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

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 9 Apr 2018 42,895 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 3 Apr 2017 36,933 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 19 Apr 2016 33,524 miles

undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 10 Apr 2015 28,760 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2014 24,661 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 18,753 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 13,520 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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AY09 YKJ is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 49,436 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY09 YKJ, 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 17 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 AY09 YKJ registered?

AY09 YKJ is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is AY09 YKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY09 YKJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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