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GF56 GAV

2011 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,987 mi
Last recorded75,987 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW Z444,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 GAV
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 75,987 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 72,814 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 68,841 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 62,092 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 62,092 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 55,840 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 55,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 51,964 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 49,840 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 48,248 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 46,489 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 37,176 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 25,506 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 16,266 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 8,755 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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GF56 GAV is a 2011 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 44,397 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 GF56 GAV, 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 15 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 GF56 GAV registered?

GF56 GAV is a 2011 BMW Z4, first registered on 10 September 2011.

Is GF56 GAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 GAV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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