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BW03 ESG

2003 BMW Z4

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,079 mi
Last recorded106,079 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW Z467,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 ESG
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 106,079 miles

Condensation in n/s head lamp

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2026 106,079 miles

Condensation in n/s head lamp

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 102,047 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 101,468 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 100,333 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread and wearing on inner edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2016 99,670 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 97,820 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 93,284 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 91,751 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 86,562 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 86,562 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 76,647 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 46,546 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2007 46,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Jan 2006 27,799 miles

all 4 tyres worn inner edges

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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BW03 ESG is a 2003 BMW Z4 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BW03 ESG, 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

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What year was BW03 ESG registered?

BW03 ESG is a 2003 BMW Z4, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is BW03 ESG safe to buy?

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