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MK12 XZR

2012 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,328 mi
Last recorded25,328 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 XZR
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 25,328 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2026 25,328 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 21,727 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2024 17,918 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 13,571 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 9,649 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 8,898 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 8,487 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 8,005 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 7,755 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 7,165 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 6,105 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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MK12 XZR is a 2012 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MK12 XZR, 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 MK12 XZR registered?

MK12 XZR is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is MK12 XZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK12 XZR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK12 XZR have outstanding finance?

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