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OV59 YML

2009 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,541 mi
Last recorded39,541 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 YML
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 39,541 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 37,005 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 33,907 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 31,683 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 27,541 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 27,541 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 23,847 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 17,744 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 12,118 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 11,999 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 11,601 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 10,559 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2015 10,377 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 6,359 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 4,311 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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OV59 YML is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 49,436 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 OV59 YML, 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 17 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 OV59 YML registered?

OV59 YML is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is OV59 YML safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV59 YML shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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