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GF61 VLC

2011 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,381 mi
Last recorded109,381 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW Z444,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 VLC
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 109,381 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 107,411 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 107,408 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Separated from friction material (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 104,692 miles

Front Slight corrosion on discs

Lower Lower Under trays fitted obscuring components

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Brake pads worn thin , Slight corrosion on discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion on rear sub-frame an suspension arms . (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 103,930 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2023 103,930 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 89,669 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 75,410 miles

Undertray fitted obscured some components for inspection

Pass 9 Nov 2019 70,405 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 64,413 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 53,180 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 41,619 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 34,695 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 29,372 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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GF61 VLC is a 2011 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF61 VLC, 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 GF61 VLC registered?

GF61 VLC is a 2011 BMW Z4, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is GF61 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 VLC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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