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LV08 OVT

2008 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,483 mi
Last recorded18,483 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 OVT
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 18,483 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 17,574 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 16,640 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 16,450 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 15,443 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 15,210 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2019 14,765 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 14,290 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 13,887 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 13,528 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 13,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 12,795 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 11,797 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 11,797 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 9,930 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 8,460 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 7,396 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 7,396 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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LV08 OVT is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LV08 OVT, 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 LV08 OVT registered?

LV08 OVT is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is LV08 OVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 OVT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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