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WU56 SHV

2006 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,098 mi
Last recorded14,098 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW Z460,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 SHV
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2026 14,098 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 13,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50r16 Dot 17/06 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 17/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 17/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 17/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Aug 2024 13,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50r16 R/F Dot 17/06 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 17/06 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Aug 2023 13,709 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 13,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50r16 Dot 17/06 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 17/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 13,660 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 13,613 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion before flexi brake hose at supports (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 13,027 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 12,464 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 11,949 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 11,188 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 9,875 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 8,261 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 7,005 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 6,085 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 5,052 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 4,518 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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WU56 SHV is a 2006 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WU56 SHV, 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

How do I check the history of WU56 SHV?

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What year was WU56 SHV registered?

WU56 SHV is a 2006 BMW Z4, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is WU56 SHV safe to buy?

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