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GN56 VVX

2006 BMW Z4

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,394 mi
Last recorded67,394 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW Z460,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 VVX
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 67,394 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 66,871 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 64,250 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 62,319 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 60,467 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 57,168 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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 19 Dec 2019 55,745 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear 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 12 Dec 2018 53,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear brake pipes by chassis corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2017 51,144 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 49,446 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 46,122 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both from lower suspension arm rear bushes have movement in them (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 43,757 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 42,596 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 42,596 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 39,891 miles

front and rear brakes wearing/discs starting to corrode

Fail 17 Dec 2012 39,891 miles

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

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

front and rear brakes wearing/discs starting to corrode

Pass 28 Dec 2011 36,829 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 32,938 miles

front tyre treads wearing on edges and starting to bald and getting limit

rear brake pads starting to get low

Pass 29 Dec 2009 29,937 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 28,183 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 25 Aug 2009 28,183 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

off side front fog lamp inoperative

Fail 11 Aug 2009 28,121 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

bonnet lift release catch slightly stiff

both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

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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GN56 VVX is a 2006 BMW Z4 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 60,936 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 GN56 VVX, 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 20 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN56 VVX?

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What year was GN56 VVX registered?

GN56 VVX is a 2006 BMW Z4, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GN56 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN56 VVX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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