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SHZ 9254

2003 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,445 mi
Last recorded127,445 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW Z467,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHZ 9254
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 127,445 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 19 May 2025 122,287 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2024 96,215 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 May 2023 88,480 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 81,068 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 80,399 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 77,678 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 77,678 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 76,745 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 76,745 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 Main brake pipes Marked (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 74,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 72,219 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 68,958 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 61,466 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 46,017 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 42,428 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 38,466 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 34,074 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 34,074 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 25,827 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 23,891 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 23,891 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 22,898 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 19,419 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 19,419 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 9254 is a 2003 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 67,714 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 9254, 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 23 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 SHZ 9254 registered?

SHZ 9254 is a 2003 BMW Z4, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is SHZ 9254 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHZ 9254 shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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