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LJ08 VXS

2008 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,571 mi
Last recorded70,571 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 VXS
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 70,571 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 24 Nov 2025 70,571 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Dec 2024 69,298 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 28 Nov 2023 67,255 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 28 Nov 2023 67,255 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Nov 2022 65,067 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Dec 2021 62,773 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 59,651 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2020 59,645 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 56,176 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 47,706 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Apr 2018 47,688 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 45,725 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 44,280 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 44,122 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/f sidelamp very dim

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 31 Jul 2014 44,122 miles

o/s/f sidelamp very dim

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 26 Jun 2013 42,214 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 41,787 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front bumper slight insecure

Pass 25 Jun 2012 38,030 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 29,278 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 29,239 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES

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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LJ08 VXS is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LJ08 VXS, 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 LJ08 VXS registered?

LJ08 VXS is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is LJ08 VXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 VXS shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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