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FA54 NSF

2005 BMW Z4

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

77,505 mi
Last recorded77,505 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW Z465,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 NSF
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 77,505 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 77,487 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative front level sensor link rod broken (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 76,280 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 74,489 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 73,562 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 71,360 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 69,840 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 66,562 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 63,537 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 60,839 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Apr 2016 59,679 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 58,436 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 56,056 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2013 52,916 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 51,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

light surface corrosion on brake pipes at rear.

Pass 14 Jan 2013 51,458 miles

light surface corrosion on brake pipes at rear.

Pass 4 Jan 2012 47,061 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 47,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 42,690 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 42,689 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 33,547 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 33,544 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 24,203 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 21,104 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FA54 NSF is a 2005 BMW Z4 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2005 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 65,100 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 FA54 NSF, 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 21 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 FA54 NSF?

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What year was FA54 NSF registered?

FA54 NSF is a 2005 BMW Z4, first registered on 7 February 2005.

Is FA54 NSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA54 NSF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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