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SG04 GAL

2004 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,473 mi
Last recorded50,473 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW Z466,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG04 GAL
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 50,473 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 49,596 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 49,594 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 48,853 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2023 48,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 46,971 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 45,140 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 44,021 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 42,854 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 41,687 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 40,059 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 38,836 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 38,616 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 36,497 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 31,894 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 28,541 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 24,434 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 24,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 19,936 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 15,706 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 13,061 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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SG04 GAL is a 2004 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SG04 GAL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG04 GAL registered?

SG04 GAL is a 2004 BMW Z4, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is SG04 GAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG04 GAL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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