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GR04 HTZ

2004 BMW Z4

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

56,704 mi
Last recorded56,704 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW Z466,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR04 HTZ
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 56,704 miles

1 stud sheared on 1 front exhaust downpipe

nsr hand brake performance poor

Fail 19 Aug 2024 56,703 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

1 stud sheared on 1 front exhaust downpipe

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

nsr hand brake performance poor

Pass 17 Aug 2023 56,686 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 56,684 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 56,677 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 56,653 miles

SLIGHT KNOCK FROM OSF INNER RACK JOINTS

Pass 30 Sep 2020 56,597 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 56,475 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 8 May 2018 56,404 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 56,111 miles

all tyres wearing on edges

Fail 24 May 2017 26,099 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault traction control light on (3.4.1c)

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

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

all tyres wearing on edges

yellow brake pad warning light on

Pass 23 May 2016 55,778 miles

Traction Control light On

Fail 23 May 2016 55,778 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2015 55,599 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 55,359 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 54,975 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 54,402 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 43,965 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 35,635 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 30,222 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 26,150 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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GR04 HTZ is a 2004 BMW Z4 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 66,558 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 GR04 HTZ, 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 22 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GR04 HTZ registered?

GR04 HTZ is a 2004 BMW Z4, first registered on 31 July 2004.

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