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SL59 CDE

2009 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,755 mi
Last recorded49,755 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 CDE
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 49,755 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 47,443 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 45,157 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 43,112 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 43,112 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 40,272 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 37,862 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 36,787 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 35,549 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 33,720 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 31,128 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 30,326 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 29,605 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 28,289 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 24,693 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 20,528 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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SL59 CDE is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 49,436 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 SL59 CDE, 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 17 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 SL59 CDE?

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What year was SL59 CDE registered?

SL59 CDE is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is SL59 CDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL59 CDE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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