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VX06 EXK

2006 BMW Z4

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

86,878 mi
Last recorded86,878 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW Z460,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX06 EXK
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 86,878 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 79,542 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 71,334 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 4 Jan 2024 71,333 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2022 62,246 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing the inspection of certain components.

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Transmission tunnel underside heat shield damaged.

Pass 10 Dec 2021 56,540 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides, 2-3 mm , (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 44,827 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 42,766 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 42,433 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 41,369 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 40,344 miles

Slight damage to exhaust undershield

Pass 23 Aug 2016 39,528 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 39,285 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 37,501 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 35,367 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 32,267 miles

wipers slightly smeary in operation

Pass 19 Jul 2012 30,116 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 25,675 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 20,307 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 15,948 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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VX06 EXK is a 2006 BMW Z4 in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2006 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 60,936 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 VX06 EXK, 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 20 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX06 EXK registered?

VX06 EXK is a 2006 BMW Z4, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is VX06 EXK safe to buy?

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