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SB12 FCE

2012 BMW Z4

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,694 mi
Last recorded82,694 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB12 FCE
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 82,694 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 81,154 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 78,758 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 78,533 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 77,799 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive hub slightly damaged by a cutting disc (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 75,458 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 73,058 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 66,341 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 61,411 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2017 54,980 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 47,904 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 42,807 miles

nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit

rear brake pads worn close to legal limit

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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SB12 FCE is a 2012 BMW Z4 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 43,358 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 SB12 FCE, 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 14 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SB12 FCE?

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What year was SB12 FCE registered?

SB12 FCE is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is SB12 FCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 FCE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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