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LB12 FKR

2012 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,300 mi
Last recorded63,300 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 FKR
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 63,300 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2026 63,300 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 55,624 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2025 55,624 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 45,758 miles

engine under tray fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2023 35,858 miles

engine under covers fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2022 22,153 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 22,137 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 22,137 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2020 20,531 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 20,115 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 20,115 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 18,479 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 18,479 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 16,968 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 15,264 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 15,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 13,766 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 13,766 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 11,187 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 6,130 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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LB12 FKR is a 2012 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 43,358 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 LB12 FKR, 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 14 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 LB12 FKR registered?

LB12 FKR is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is LB12 FKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 FKR shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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