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RA04 EFW

2004 BMW Z4

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

95,844 mi
Last recorded95,844 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW Z466,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA04 EFW
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 95,844 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 90,313 miles

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

both front tyres perished

Pass 17 Aug 2020 85,297 miles

Nearside mirror glass damaged

Pass 26 Mar 2019 83,110 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 83,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 79,009 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 75,643 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 75,643 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 69,749 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 60,413 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 54,840 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 47,104 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 41,059 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 33,947 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 20,972 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 15,099 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 9,520 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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RA04 EFW is a 2004 BMW Z4 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RA04 EFW, 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 RA04 EFW registered?

RA04 EFW is a 2004 BMW Z4, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is RA04 EFW safe to buy?

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