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FD09 XYT

2009 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

209,589 mi
Last recorded209,589 miles
Recorded on17 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 XYT
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2026 209,589 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All *4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

front to rear all suspension components corroded

Fail 17 May 2026 209,589 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All *4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front to rear all suspension components corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2017 204,629 miles

N/S/R/ TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN TO THE LIMITS

O/S/F/ SHOCK ABSORBER HAS A MIST OF OIL

Pass 22 Feb 2017 189,209 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 144,685 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit bald inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake warning lamp on

Fail 3 Dec 2015 144,587 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure x2 inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit bald inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake warning lamp on

Pass 19 Nov 2014 108,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Nov 2014 108,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 73,840 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 73,840 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 53,272 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

osr wheel weld repairs

Pass 25 Oct 2012 53,272 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

osr wheel weld repairs

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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FD09 XYT is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 FD09 XYT, 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 FD09 XYT registered?

FD09 XYT is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 14 July 2009.

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