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YE08 XLG

2008 BMW Z4

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,642 mi
Last recorded92,642 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 XLG
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 92,642 miles

Central Lower vehicle covers and under trays covering some components

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 89,850 miles

Central vehicle covers and under trays covering some components

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 87,699 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

door sill covers fitted.

engine bay covers fitted.

vehicle under trays fitted.

Pass 29 Jun 2023 83,273 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 72,952 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 72,952 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 70,540 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 64,817 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 62,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Fail 3 Mar 2020 62,254 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed split in bald inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 1 of 2 not working (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 19 Feb 2019 54,959 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear facing brake reaction bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Slight misting of oil from transmission.

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Fuel cap seal perishing

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 43,631 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 33,812 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 28,075 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 25,541 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2014 21,641 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 18,294 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 14,420 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2011 10,827 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 8,594 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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YE08 XLG is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YE08 XLG, 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 YE08 XLG registered?

YE08 XLG is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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