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S18 MHM

2009 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,003 mi
Last recorded68,003 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS18 MHM
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 68,003 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 45,143 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 43,164 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 38,075 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 38,072 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 38,037 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 32,417 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 24,762 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 24,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 24,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Oct 2012 16,419 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2012 16,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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S18 MHM is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S18 MHM, 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 S18 MHM registered?

S18 MHM is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is S18 MHM safe to buy?

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