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VE53 CYP

2003 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,967 mi
Last recorded71,967 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW Z467,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 CYP
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 71,967 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 71,661 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 69,670 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 69,383 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 68,479 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 68,047 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides Going In To Flex Hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 67,510 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 66,688 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 66,301 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 64,993 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 64,391 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 64,101 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 62,922 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 62,095 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 62,064 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside track rod has slight play

Pass 12 Jul 2012 60,290 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 55,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 49,384 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 41,461 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 33,142 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 24,192 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 24,192 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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VE53 CYP is a 2003 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 67,714 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 VE53 CYP, 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 23 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 VE53 CYP?

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What year was VE53 CYP registered?

VE53 CYP is a 2003 BMW Z4, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is VE53 CYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 CYP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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