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SM13 WGN

2013 BMW Z4

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

68,693 mi
Last recorded68,693 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW Z440,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM13 WGN
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 68,693 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 59,927 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 59,923 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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 23 May 2024 52,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 May 2024 52,035 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 42,525 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 42,521 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall - 255/30/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2022 33,358 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 29,719 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 29,719 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2020 22,480 miles

engine and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 26 Mar 2019 19,439 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 17,459 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 17,454 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2017 14,177 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2016 13,341 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

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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SM13 WGN is a 2013 BMW Z4 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 40,298 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM13 WGN, 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 13 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM13 WGN registered?

SM13 WGN is a 2013 BMW Z4, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is SM13 WGN safe to buy?

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