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M90 SLE

2012 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

48,766 mi
Last recorded48,766 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM90 SLE
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 48,766 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 46,275 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Jun 2024 41,125 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 40,793 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 40,379 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 39,796 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 38,998 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 37,138 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 36,889 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2018 31,556 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 27,546 miles

all wheels and tyres badly kerbed

Pass 27 May 2016 20,074 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 16,629 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 16,629 miles

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

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

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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M90 SLE is a 2012 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 43,358 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 M90 SLE, 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 14 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 M90 SLE registered?

M90 SLE is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is M90 SLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M90 SLE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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