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LB57 RYT

2008 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,623 mi
Last recorded68,623 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 RYT
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 68,623 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2026 68,620 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2024 68,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 May 2024 68,611 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 68,582 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 68,387 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 68,387 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

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

Brake pad warning light on dash

Pass 6 Sep 2019 64,971 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 6 Sep 2019 64,971 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 63,686 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 60,999 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 58,338 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 58,336 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 56,182 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 53,682 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 50,790 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 47,625 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Dec 2012 47,625 miles

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Jan 2012 44,850 miles

front tyre inner edges worn low

offside front lower suspension arm rear bush play

Fail 12 Jan 2012 44,836 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

front tyre inner edges worn low

offside and nearside front lower suspension arm rear bushes worn and movement

Pass 16 Dec 2010 41,035 miles

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

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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LB57 RYT is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LB57 RYT, 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 LB57 RYT registered?

LB57 RYT is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 10 January 2008.

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