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DC02 BAK

2012 BMW Z4

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,682 mi
Last recorded80,682 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC02 BAK
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 80,682 miles

Nearside registration lamp is dim

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

Fail 8 Dec 2025 80,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside registration lamp is dim

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 75,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre slightly perish on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 70,666 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 3 not working (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 64,751 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 60,825 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 60,825 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 60,825 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 57,220 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 50,884 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2018 44,854 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge central tread 2.8mm outers 4mm incorrect inflation 4- 2.8- 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 40,038 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 40,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 32,550 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 32,461 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2015 24,724 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 24,686 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 24,168 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DC02 BAK is a 2012 BMW Z4 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2012 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 43,358 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 DC02 BAK, 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 14 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 DC02 BAK registered?

DC02 BAK is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 28 April 2012.

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