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E46 MEA

2009 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

37,130 mi
Last recorded37,130 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE46 MEA
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 37,130 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device/rubber seal cracking

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside & outside edges--225/45/17RF (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside edge--255/40/17RF (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 33,313 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 24,061 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 23,613 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 23,613 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 May 2021 22,889 miles

Front wiper blades smearing

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 May 2021 22,889 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front wiper blades smearing

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2020 21,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 20,070 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 18,758 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 14,236 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 11,678 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 11,095 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 9,932 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,487 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 8,487 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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E46 MEA is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 49,436 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 E46 MEA, 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 17 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E46 MEA registered?

E46 MEA is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 24 August 2009.

Is E46 MEA safe to buy?

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