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YA08 MVZ

2008 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

46,077 mi
Last recorded46,077 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 MVZ
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 46,077 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 39,166 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 37,597 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 35,724 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 33,418 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 31,964 miles

plastic sill and under covers fitted as standard not allowing full inspection

Pass 18 May 2019 27,221 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 26,175 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 24,631 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 19,215 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 19,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 18,533 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 16,964 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 14,247 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 14,055 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 10,454 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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YA08 MVZ is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YA08 MVZ, 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

How do I check the history of YA08 MVZ?

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What year was YA08 MVZ registered?

YA08 MVZ is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is YA08 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 MVZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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