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L88 AAA

2008 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

135,046 mi
Last recorded135,046 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL88 AAA
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 135,046 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 130,840 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 127,899 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 127,891 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both. "D" mounting bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2023 125,362 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases resinator box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 119,629 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 110,792 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 99,040 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 71,647 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 53,380 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 35,711 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 28 Jun 2016 35,237 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 32,951 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 31,237 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 28,080 miles

O/S front flexible brake hose twisted

Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,868 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 23,590 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 23,590 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 23,589 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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L88 AAA is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2008 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 55,168 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 L88 AAA, 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 18 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L88 AAA registered?

L88 AAA is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 11 May 2008.

Is L88 AAA safe to buy?

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