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GP56 LXA

2006 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

78,941 mi
Last recorded78,941 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW Z460,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 LXA
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 78,941 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 78,327 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 77,667 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 72,987 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 71,399 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 65,693 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 68,656 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 65,682 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 61,322 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 55,077 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 50,057 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 42,452 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 39,238 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 35,276 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 35,276 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 24,091 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 23,941 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 21,287 miles

Nearside front tyre inner sidewall has a few small cuts (not to the cords)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 14,970 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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GP56 LXA is a 2006 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GP56 LXA, 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 GP56 LXA?

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What year was GP56 LXA registered?

GP56 LXA is a 2006 BMW Z4, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is GP56 LXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP56 LXA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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