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LC12 MHJ

2012 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,352 mi
Last recorded38,352 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 MHJ
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 38,352 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm of tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 37,832 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2025 37,832 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 36,995 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 36,698 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Apr 2022 36,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 34,492 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test on passenger seat (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 31,234 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 27,788 miles

both front tyres tread cracking

front brake discs worn/corroded/pitted

Fail 29 Dec 2018 27,736 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front tyres tread cracking

front brake discs worn/corroded/pitted

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2017 19,461 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 14,625 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 9,223 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 7,493 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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LC12 MHJ is a 2012 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LC12 MHJ, 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 LC12 MHJ registered?

LC12 MHJ is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is LC12 MHJ safe to buy?

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