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SP55 FWY

2005 BMW Z4

Bronze Petrol 2170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,898 mi
Last recorded41,898 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW Z465,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 FWY
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 41,898 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 37,497 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 37,126 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 37,126 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 36,733 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 35,773 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 35,564 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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SP55 FWY is a 2005 BMW Z4 in Bronze with a 2,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 65,100 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 SP55 FWY, 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 21 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SP55 FWY?

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What year was SP55 FWY registered?

SP55 FWY is a 2005 BMW Z4, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is SP55 FWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 FWY shows 7 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.

Does SP55 FWY have outstanding finance?

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