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RD08 MJD

2008 BMW Z4

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

119,249 mi
Last recorded119,249 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD08 MJD
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 119,249 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 118,967 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2025 118,960 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front exhaust flange bolts corroded and weak

pad warning light illuminated but pads all good

tyre pressure light illuminated

Pass 6 Jul 2022 113,786 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 103,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 92,140 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 80,817 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDERTRAYS FITTED

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 68,177 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 26 May 2017 56,362 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2016 45,213 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 36,567 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 35,359 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 35,342 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 33,011 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 31,310 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 27,687 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 18,446 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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RD08 MJD is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 RD08 MJD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RD08 MJD registered?

RD08 MJD is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is RD08 MJD safe to buy?

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