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EA08 BKO

2008 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

50,408 mi
Last recorded50,408 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 BKO
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 50,408 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 49,626 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 43,069 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 42,738 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2020 42,738 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 41,086 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 36,347 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 35,028 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 35,028 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 33,132 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 33,132 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 31,220 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 28,982 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 25,820 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 23,661 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 21,958 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 19,955 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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EA08 BKO is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 55,168 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 EA08 BKO, 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 18 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EA08 BKO registered?

EA08 BKO is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is EA08 BKO safe to buy?

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