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LK53 WZE

2004 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

85,841 mi
Last recorded85,841 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW Z466,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 WZE
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 85,841 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 85,022 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2024 84,753 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 84,257 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 82,330 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 80,498 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 78,862 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2020 78,862 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2019 76,445 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 74,065 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 68,956 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 65,598 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 62,496 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 60,115 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 57,845 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 5,602 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 5,601 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 51,979 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 47,004 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 31,125 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 31,125 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 27,442 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 20,488 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 20,488 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 15,742 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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LK53 WZE is a 2004 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2004 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 66,558 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 LK53 WZE, 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 22 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK53 WZE registered?

LK53 WZE is a 2004 BMW Z4, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is LK53 WZE safe to buy?

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