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BD09 EMF

2009 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

137,282 mi
Last recorded137,282 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 EMF
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 137,282 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 135,506 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

oil leak from engine bay.

Fail 28 Jul 2025 135,503 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

oil leak from engine bay.

Pass 10 Jul 2024 133,226 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 131,058 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 129,209 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 126,938 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

body has corrosion

Pass 8 Aug 2020 123,467 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 122,746 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 110,105 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 94,089 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 85,517 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 76,273 miles

o/s/f wiper blade starting to split

o/s/r tyre valve slightly damaged and siezed

tyre pressure warning lamp on

Pass 2 Jul 2014 63,440 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 45,963 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 31,891 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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BD09 EMF is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 BD09 EMF, 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 BD09 EMF registered?

BD09 EMF is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 14 July 2009.

Is BD09 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD09 EMF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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