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DX56 OLV

2006 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,676 mi
Last recorded17,676 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW Z460,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 OLV
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 17,676 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 17,668 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2015 16,925 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 13,285 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 8,350 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 3,048 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 3,048 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 2,738 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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DX56 OLV is a 2006 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2006 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 60,936 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 DX56 OLV, 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 20 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX56 OLV?

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What year was DX56 OLV registered?

DX56 OLV is a 2006 BMW Z4, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is DX56 OLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX56 OLV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX56 OLV have outstanding finance?

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