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RN53 WEF

2004 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

115,818 mi
Last recorded115,818 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW Z466,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN53 WEF
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 115,818 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 114,343 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 113,859 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 113,852 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 106,368 miles

Both front anti roll bar drop links modified (cut, welded and shortened).

Both front tyres damaged/scored on inner side walls.

Engine oil leaks.

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2019 106,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouling McPherson strut. (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouling McPherson strut. (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Both front anti roll bar drop links modified (cut, welded and shortened).

Both front tyres damaged/scored on inner side walls.

Both rear flexible brake hoses fouling half shafts.

Engine oil leaks.

N/S Number plate lamp inoperative.

O/S/F Lower suspension arm rear inner bush deteriorated.

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear. (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 13 Dec 2018 106,348 miles

Emissions not tested due to oil leak and unknow level of oil (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling aftermarket suspension adjuster ring (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated bracket incorrectly mounted so flex fouling driveshaft / gaiter (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling aftermarket suspension locking ring (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated bracket incorrectly mounted so flex fouling driveshaft / gaiter. gaiter also split fouling flex (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine undertray covered in oil and multitude of spots on floor whilst test carried out (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside handbrake 40kg

Pass 13 Dec 2017 101,741 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 93,043 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 85,922 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 80,771 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2014 78,712 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2014 78,712 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 75,213 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2013 75,213 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 69,870 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 63,225 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 57,821 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 50,997 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 37,357 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 24,415 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 24,170 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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RN53 WEF is a 2004 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 RN53 WEF, 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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RN53 WEF is a 2004 BMW Z4, first registered on 26 January 2004.

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