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LC55 BLX

2005 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,661 mi
Last recorded92,661 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW Z465,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 BLX
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 92,661 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 91,019 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 89,979 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn low on outer edge

Offside Rear tyre worn low on outer edge

Pass 20 Apr 2023 89,407 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 88,960 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 84,675 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 22 Apr 2021 84,675 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 81,350 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 81,350 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 74,826 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 67,100 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 62,739 miles

Both rear tyres are getting low of tread

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Engine oil leaks

Rear brake pads are getting low

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 6 Jul 2016 62,739 miles

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

Both rear tyres are getting low of tread

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Engine oil leaks

N/s/r outer side light is not working

Rear brake pads are getting low

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 8 Jul 2015 54,393 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f wheel is buckled

Pass 17 Jul 2014 48,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2013 44,768 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jul 2013 44,765 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2012 41,331 miles

warning light on

Pass 29 Jul 2011 35,504 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 28,999 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 21,477 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 14,516 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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LC55 BLX is a 2005 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 LC55 BLX, 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 LC55 BLX registered?

LC55 BLX is a 2005 BMW Z4, first registered on 21 October 2005.

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