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SM56 ZTN

2006 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,107 mi
Last recorded67,107 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW Z460,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 ZTN
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2020 67,107 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 55,200 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 55,187 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front too rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front too rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 47,057 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 42,423 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 42,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 35,365 miles

Front Both brake discs are slightly worn and corroded.

Pass 16 Mar 2015 27,884 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 23,789 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 23,788 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 15,623 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 15,623 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2012 8,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2011 7,717 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 5,721 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 3,669 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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SM56 ZTN is a 2006 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 60,936 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 SM56 ZTN, 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 20 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 SM56 ZTN registered?

SM56 ZTN is a 2006 BMW Z4, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is SM56 ZTN safe to buy?

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