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FP09 VBM

2009 BMW Z4

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

111,497 mi
Last recorded111,497 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 VBM
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 111,497 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 106,468 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 104,675 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 102,524 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 97,806 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

front brake discs worn/pitted

Pass 20 Oct 2021 92,053 miles

Inner All four Road wheels corroded.

Pass 4 Nov 2020 88,189 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 81,596 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 73,758 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 67,057 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 60,509 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 52,093 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 43,837 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 35,667 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 35,667 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 27,870 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 19,701 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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FP09 VBM is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 FP09 VBM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP09 VBM registered?

FP09 VBM is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 27 June 2009.

Is FP09 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 VBM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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