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OFO 840

2004 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,598 mi
Last recorded26,598 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW Z466,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFO 840
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 26,598 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 26,531 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 26,460 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 26,456 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 26,427 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 26,417 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

Fail 7 Aug 2018 26,416 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

Pass 30 Mar 2017 26,376 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 26,326 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front windscreen wipers not clearing wind screen

Pass 26 Mar 2016 26,156 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 25,989 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 25,966 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 25,966 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 25,903 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 25,839 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 25,702 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 25,532 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 25,373 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 25,171 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 25,171 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Front registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Front registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Rear registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Rear registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

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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OFO 840 is a 2004 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 OFO 840, 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 OFO 840 registered?

OFO 840 is a 2004 BMW Z4, first registered on 22 October 2004.

Is OFO 840 safe to buy?

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