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VU12 ZTK

2012 BMW Z4

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,069 mi
Last recorded66,069 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW Z443,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 ZTK
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 66,069 miles

sr tyre worn slightly on outer edge

Pass 23 Jan 2025 63,373 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 60,782 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 56,620 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 25 Jan 2022 52,325 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 52,304 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

nsr tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Feb 2021 48,373 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 38,881 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 32,478 miles

Both front tyres are worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 24 May 2017 26,378 miles

Both front tyres are worn on inner and outer edges

Both rear tyres are wearing on inner edges

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat nav ()

Pass 6 Jun 2016 19,829 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 18,706 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 18,706 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 14,006 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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VU12 ZTK is a 2012 BMW Z4 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 43,358 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 VU12 ZTK, 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 14 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 VU12 ZTK?

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What year was VU12 ZTK registered?

VU12 ZTK is a 2012 BMW Z4, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is VU12 ZTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU12 ZTK shows 14 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.

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