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SHZ 4573

2008 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

74,449 mi
Last recorded74,449 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHZ 4573
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 74,449 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 71,406 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 71,351 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 71,351 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/35/18 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 67,856 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 65,208 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 62,943 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 62,943 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2020 60,551 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2020 60,551 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both plates,digits incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 49,871 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 49,871 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 41,743 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 36,892 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 36,391 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 36,015 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 35,168 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 30,870 miles

N/S/F tyre worn inner edge

O/S/F tyre worn inner edge

Pass 16 Mar 2013 25,100 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 20,376 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 13,213 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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SHZ 4573 is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2008 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 55,168 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 SHZ 4573, 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 18 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 SHZ 4573?

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What year was SHZ 4573 registered?

SHZ 4573 is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is SHZ 4573 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHZ 4573 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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