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RL53 ETR

2004 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,582 mi
Last recorded108,582 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW Z466,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL53 ETR
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 108,582 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 103,345 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 93,847 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil leaks

Pass 31 Jul 2015 85,456 miles

Brakes ; imbalance on parking brakes , o/s lower reading

Engine ; oil leak

Engine covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Tyres ; n/s/r & o/s/r tread at wear limit , recommend replace

Fail 31 Jul 2015 85,455 miles

Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Brakes ; imbalance on parking brakes , o/s lower reading

Engine ; oil leak

Engine covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Lighting ; n/s headlamp dip light slightly reduced , suspect bulb insecure

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Note ; headlamp aim will require recheck after repairs

Note ; suspension coil springs should be replaced as a pair to ensure even ride & height

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Tyres ; n/s/r & o/s/r tread at wear limit , recommend replace

Pass 2 Jul 2014 78,443 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2013 73,477 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine management light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2012 68,652 miles

engine management light on

Fail 1 Aug 2012 68,652 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine management light on

Pass 20 Jul 2011 66,998 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 65,858 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 64,736 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 56,293 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 56,288 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 45,468 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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RL53 ETR is a 2004 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RL53 ETR, 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.

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RL53 ETR is a 2004 BMW Z4, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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