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GV04 VLZ

2004 BMW Z4

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,693 mi
Last recorded46,693 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW Z466,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 VLZ
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 46,693 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2026 46,329 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2025 44,332 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 42,998 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 42,166 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 39,409 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 39,409 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2021 38,051 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 37,581 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 36,872 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 34,947 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 33,654 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 32,221 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 29,129 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside and offside rear tyre treads worn unevenly

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2014 27,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 26,966 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2012 25,418 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 23,662 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 20,968 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 18,641 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 15,576 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 13,456 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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GV04 VLZ is a 2004 BMW Z4 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GV04 VLZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GV04 VLZ?

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What year was GV04 VLZ registered?

GV04 VLZ is a 2004 BMW Z4, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is GV04 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV04 VLZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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