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GY55 WCC

2005 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

68,015 mi
Last recorded68,015 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW Z465,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 WCC
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 68,015 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 66,559 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 65,680 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 64,524 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 62,824 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 61,897 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 61,851 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 59,665 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 53,226 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres starting to wear thin

Pass 31 Aug 2017 45,999 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 36,113 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 28,403 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 20,244 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 16,267 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 14,131 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 13,131 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 11,804 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 9,721 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 8,796 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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GY55 WCC is a 2005 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 65,100 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 GY55 WCC, 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 21 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY55 WCC registered?

GY55 WCC is a 2005 BMW Z4, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is GY55 WCC safe to buy?

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