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P9 TSL

2008 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,188 mi
Last recorded30,188 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 TSL
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 30,188 miles

tyre sizes differ front to rear axles

Fail 11 Aug 2022 30,188 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

tyre sizes differ front to rear axles

Pass 13 Jul 2021 29,662 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 89,124 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 88,445 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 137,685 miles

EML light on

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp illuminated

Fail 10 Oct 2014 137,685 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

EML light on

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

poor starting

tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp illuminated

Pass 16 Oct 2013 102,544 miles

EML light on

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 66,307 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 40,566 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 40,349 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 40,349 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs wearing thin.

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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P9 TSL is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 55,168 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 P9 TSL, 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 18 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P9 TSL registered?

P9 TSL is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is P9 TSL safe to buy?

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