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LN61 PHZ

2011 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,327 mi
Last recorded83,327 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW Z444,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN61 PHZ
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 83,327 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 74,184 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 63,017 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 53,580 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 42,441 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 35,929 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 35,894 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2020 34,844 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 31,428 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 28,437 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 28,437 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 24,688 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 19,605 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 14,792 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 10,821 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 10,821 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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LN61 PHZ is a 2011 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 44,397 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 LN61 PHZ, 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 15 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LN61 PHZ registered?

LN61 PHZ is a 2011 BMW Z4, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is LN61 PHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN61 PHZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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