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SM62 VUP

2012 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,627 mi
Last recorded81,627 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 VUP
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 81,627 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 70,851 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs have slight lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 62,026 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 52,196 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 52,195 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 40,538 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both disc are scored,pitted & lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Mar 2022 40,537 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both disc are scored,pitted & lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 27,123 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 23,546 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 20,751 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 17,850 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres close to bald outer raised edges (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear almost bald (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 13,922 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres close to bald on the inner raised edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 9,197 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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SM62 VUP is a 2012 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 43,358 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 SM62 VUP, 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 14 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 SM62 VUP registered?

SM62 VUP is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is SM62 VUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 VUP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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