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SO12 KTN

2012 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,486 mi
Last recorded67,486 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 KTN
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 67,486 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 67,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Around entire sidewall circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Around entire sidewall circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2024 59,793 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 52,767 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 48,307 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 47,184 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 43,524 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 43,524 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2020 41,726 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 39,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

engine cover/under trays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2018 36,442 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 28,115 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 19,201 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 16,918 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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SO12 KTN is a 2012 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SO12 KTN, 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.

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What year was SO12 KTN registered?

SO12 KTN is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 31 August 2012.

Is SO12 KTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO12 KTN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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