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HG05 BYT

2005 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,825 mi
Last recorded51,825 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW Z465,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 BYT
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 51,825 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 49,628 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 44,621 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 44,460 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 40,621 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 40,440 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 40,035 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 39,775 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 37,066 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 36,226 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 34,485 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 33,824 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 32,221 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 29,086 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 27,777 miles

undertrays fitted.

Pass 11 Jun 2011 25,587 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 21,549 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 17,803 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 15,135 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 10,690 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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HG05 BYT is a 2005 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HG05 BYT, 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

How do I check the history of HG05 BYT?

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What year was HG05 BYT registered?

HG05 BYT is a 2005 BMW Z4, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is HG05 BYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 BYT shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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