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SP61 TBV

2011 BMW Z4

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

67,711 mi
Last recorded67,711 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW Z444,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP61 TBV
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 67,711 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 63,575 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 59,387 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 53,898 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 48,016 miles

under trays fitted unable to see some components under vehicle

Pass 8 Mar 2021 47,266 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2020 45,085 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre outer sidewall damaged but no cords present

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2019 43,851 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2018 41,324 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2017 38,140 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2016 33,579 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 23,014 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 23,011 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 14,492 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 12,477 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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SP61 TBV is a 2011 BMW Z4 in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 44,397 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 SP61 TBV, 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 15 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 SP61 TBV registered?

SP61 TBV is a 2011 BMW Z4, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is SP61 TBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP61 TBV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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