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HT05 BXL

2005 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

81,087 mi
Last recorded81,087 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW Z465,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 BXL
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 81,087 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 81,076 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 79,425 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 77,397 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 77,393 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel cap seal has some splits.

Pass 21 Apr 2023 67,851 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 61,282 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 61,255 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 60,611 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 60,607 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 23 Jul 2020 60,497 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 59,353 miles

FAILED B.E.T EMISSIONS TEST

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 8 Jul 2019 59,353 miles

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

FAILED B.E.T EMISSIONS TEST

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 57,428 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 55,647 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 52,916 miles

Front both lower arm Rear bushes slight play

Rear pads low

Pass 26 Jun 2015 49,578 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 46,173 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 46,173 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 41,098 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 41,066 miles

Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 36,320 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

slight damage to front number plate

Pass 27 Jun 2011 31,498 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle engine has a slight oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2010 27,113 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 21,628 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 17,464 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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HT05 BXL is a 2005 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HT05 BXL, 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.

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What year was HT05 BXL registered?

HT05 BXL is a 2005 BMW Z4, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is HT05 BXL safe to buy?

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