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SW09 LNH

2009 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,464 mi
Last recorded51,464 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 LNH
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 51,464 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 49,479 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 47,581 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 44,354 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 39,495 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 34,534 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2021 34,534 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 33,958 miles

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

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

Offside Rear headlamp leveling sensor rod seized

Pass 10 May 2019 31,192 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 29,107 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 27,592 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 27,592 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2016 25,710 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 23,517 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 20,132 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 16,444 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2013 16,444 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 9 May 2012 12,601 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SW09 LNH is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 49,436 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 SW09 LNH, 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 17 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 SW09 LNH registered?

SW09 LNH is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 25 May 2009.

Is SW09 LNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 LNH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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