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WV61 XAP

2011 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,490 mi
Last recorded104,490 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW Z444,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV61 XAP
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 104,490 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 101,235 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 101,235 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 91,232 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 85,196 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 85,193 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2022 77,678 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 71,021 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 67,547 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 67,512 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 54,330 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 54,330 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 37,964 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 37,963 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 28,538 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 24,774 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 21,246 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 21,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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WV61 XAP is a 2011 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 44,397 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WV61 XAP, 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 15 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 WV61 XAP?

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What year was WV61 XAP registered?

WV61 XAP is a 2011 BMW Z4, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is WV61 XAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV61 XAP shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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