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VK59 FYG

2009 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,963 mi
Last recorded64,963 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 FYG
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 64,963 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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 62,958 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 61,229 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 60,123 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 59,300 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 58,161 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 58,161 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 55,375 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 47,409 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 47,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 May 2018 40,633 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside windscreen washer has reduced efficiency

Pass 21 Apr 2017 27,478 miles

both front tyres worn off on edges

Pass 27 Apr 2016 5,461 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 4,556 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 3,488 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 3,240 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 3,168 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 2,699 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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VK59 FYG is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 VK59 FYG, 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

How do I check the history of VK59 FYG?

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What year was VK59 FYG registered?

VK59 FYG is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is VK59 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK59 FYG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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