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C947 FOV

1985 BMW Z4

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

105,054 mi
Last recorded105,054 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC947 FOV
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2005 105,054 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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C947 FOV is a 1985 BMW Z4 in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 C947 FOV, 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 41 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 C947 FOV registered?

C947 FOV is a 1985 BMW Z4, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C947 FOV safe to buy?

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