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Y55 RGB

2008 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,580 mi
Last recorded32,580 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY55 RGB
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 32,580 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))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 31,344 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))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 29,951 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 28,389 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 26,584 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 25,056 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 23,166 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 20,538 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 18,804 miles

Alternator Whining

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (225/45/17 Runflat) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine undertrays fitted restricting view

Pass 8 Jul 2016 15,786 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 13,871 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2014 11,354 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 8,452 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 5,837 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 5,058 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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Y55 RGB is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 55,168 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 Y55 RGB, 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 18 years old, this BMW Z4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y55 RGB registered?

Y55 RGB is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is Y55 RGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y55 RGB shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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