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FP08 ZXM

2008 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

142,974 mi
Last recorded142,974 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 ZXM
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 142,974 miles

underbody protection applied

Fail 25 Jul 2026 142,972 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

underbody protection applied

Pass 4 Apr 2026 142,967 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 141,111 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 141,103 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 140,986 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion on suspension and braking

Pass 29 Jul 2022 140,712 miles

Nearside Rear body damage

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 133,906 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 133,669 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake warning lamp illuminated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 128,446 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 128,446 miles

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

tyre pressure monitoring system indicates a fault

Pass 19 Mar 2019 123,746 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 119,338 miles

Advise offside front tyre worn inner edge

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Centre brake light (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 119,337 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (8.2.2)

Advise offside front tyre worn inner edge

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Centre brake light (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 113,280 miles

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

under trays fitted

Pass 5 May 2016 108,744 miles

undercovers fitted

Fail 5 May 2016 108,744 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear handbrake may require attention in near future

undercovers fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 99,797 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 May 2015 99,796 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2014 89,612 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2014 89,611 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2013 80,249 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Apr 2013 80,217 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2012 74,654 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2011 57,344 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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FP08 ZXM is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 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 FP08 ZXM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP08 ZXM registered?

FP08 ZXM is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is FP08 ZXM safe to buy?

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