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YC59 NZS

2009 BMW Z4

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,345 mi
Last recorded43,345 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW Z449,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 NZS
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 43,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2025 42,519 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 42,480 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 May 2024 38,699 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 38,699 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 37,051 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 29,581 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 25,218 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 24,771 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 23,867 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 23,034 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 23,034 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2017 22,831 miles

Offside Rear Alloy wheel cracked, inner bead rim, recommend attention

Pass 9 Apr 2016 22,006 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 18,321 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 16,386 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YC59 NZS is a 2009 BMW Z4 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 49,436 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 YC59 NZS, 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 17 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 YC59 NZS registered?

YC59 NZS is a 2009 BMW Z4, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is YC59 NZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 NZS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC59 NZS have outstanding finance?

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