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YB05 LHD

2005 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,893 mi
Last recorded79,893 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW Z465,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 LHD
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 79,893 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 77,252 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres cracks in tread.

Fail 20 May 2015 77,252 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

both front tyres cracks in tread.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 68,165 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 68,165 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 62,175 miles

n/s/r tyre has a cut on inner sidewall but no cords visible at time of test

Pass 19 Jun 2012 53,275 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 41,792 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 34,431 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 34,431 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,667 miles

offside front tyre and nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 25 Jun 2008 15,540 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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YB05 LHD is a 2005 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 65,100 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 YB05 LHD, 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 21 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YB05 LHD registered?

YB05 LHD is a 2005 BMW Z4, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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