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MW54 VSV

2004 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,879 mi
Last recorded88,879 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW Z466,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW54 VSV
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 88,879 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 88,877 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 83,132 miles

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

advise wheel alignment check

bonnet hard to open

Fail 18 Aug 2024 83,130 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge bold (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

advise wheel alignment check

bonnet hard to open

Pass 12 Jul 2023 80,063 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

seal covers fitted, unable to fully inspect seals

Pass 7 Jul 2022 72,354 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 71,085 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 69,778 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 66,997 miles

Fuel cap seal perished

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 May 2018 64,935 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2017 63,427 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted

Fail 19 Apr 2017 63,427 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 13 May 2016 60,742 miles

front suspension lower arm rear bushes soft

Pass 13 May 2015 57,600 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2014 54,746 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 52,471 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 50,144 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 44,981 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 40,542 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 40,514 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 35,812 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 35,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 May 2008 32,343 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 32,333 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 32,333 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 17,917 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 17,914 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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MW54 VSV is a 2004 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MW54 VSV, 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 MW54 VSV registered?

MW54 VSV is a 2004 BMW Z4, first registered on 17 December 2004.

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