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RK09 VKE

2009 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

46,718 mi
Last recorded46,718 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK09 VKE
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 46,718 miles

Brake wear indicator illuminated, brake pad wear all round seams okay, possible fault advise attention

Parking Brake notably lower offside, advise attention

Pass 18 Jun 2025 45,662 miles

Parking brake response poor offside

Pass 16 May 2024 44,947 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Advise replace (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play in nearside and offside front lower suspension arm ball joint seat bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play in nearside and offside lower suspension arm rearmost inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 43,896 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 42,424 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 42,419 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 39,867 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 39,867 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 38,926 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 37,797 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 36,439 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 35,724 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Bolt missing that secures the hub section of the wheel to the rim.

Rear Exhaust mounting broken off.

Pass 22 Jan 2016 32,092 miles

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

One of the split rim bolts on the o/s/f wheel is not secure.

Pass 26 Jan 2015 27,912 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 26,320 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 18,878 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 14,595 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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RK09 VKE is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RK09 VKE, 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 RK09 VKE registered?

RK09 VKE is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is RK09 VKE safe to buy?

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