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RK05 USW

2005 BMW Z4

Red Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

44,019 mi
Last recorded44,019 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW Z465,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 USW
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 44,019 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 43,464 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 43,379 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 43,379 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 40,793 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 40,694 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 39,701 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 39,074 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2022 39,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 38,761 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2020 38,761 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 38,103 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 38,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2018 36,473 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 35,062 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 35,062 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 34,015 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 32,347 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 30,124 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 25,395 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 25,022 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 24,491 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 22,784 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 20,810 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 16,752 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 9,629 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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RK05 USW is a 2005 BMW Z4 in Red with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2005 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 65,100 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 RK05 USW, 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 21 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 RK05 USW registered?

RK05 USW is a 2005 BMW Z4, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RK05 USW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 USW shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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