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LHC 396

2008 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,458 mi
Last recorded50,458 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHC 396
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 50,458 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 48,357 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Small exhaust collector box beside differential has a small crack/split. (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 45,399 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 42,936 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 40,464 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 37,935 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 36,040 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 36,023 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 33,537 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 30,904 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 27,913 miles

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

Rear exhaust hanger detached from system, but still adequately supported

Pass 10 Mar 2016 25,037 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 21,821 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 19,225 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 16,419 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 16,419 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 12,930 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 9,242 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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LHC 396 is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LHC 396, 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 LHC 396 registered?

LHC 396 is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is LHC 396 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHC 396 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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