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DSZ 4869

2010 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

71,157 mi
Last recorded71,157 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW Z447,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSZ 4869
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 71,157 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2025 71,153 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 61,844 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 52,275 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 42,941 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 42,941 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear number plates incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 33,734 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 32,043 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

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

Fail 15 Jan 2021 32,043 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative arm seized and brocken (4.1.5 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2019 25,511 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 25,511 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 22,485 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 19,498 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 17,916 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 15,878 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 13,907 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 12,915 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 10,601 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DSZ 4869 is a 2010 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 47,026 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 DSZ 4869, 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 16 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 DSZ 4869 registered?

DSZ 4869 is a 2010 BMW Z4, first registered on 1 March 2010.

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