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SG12 KGU

2012 BMW Z4

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,468 mi
Last recorded76,468 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 KGU
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 76,468 miles

rear subframe slite corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2025 74,364 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 71,180 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 65,211 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 58,741 miles

general corrosion on rear axle

Fail 1 Feb 2022 58,579 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2021 54,119 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 54,117 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective cant open (3.1 (c))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 51,091 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 45,284 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 37,189 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 29,312 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 22,398 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 13,602 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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SG12 KGU is a 2012 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SG12 KGU, 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.

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What year was SG12 KGU registered?

SG12 KGU is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SG12 KGU safe to buy?

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