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YF08 YYC

2008 BMW Z4

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,704 mi
Last recorded121,704 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW Z455,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 YYC
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 121,704 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2026 121,704 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 117,601 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 112,474 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 102,434 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 93,453 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 84,314 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 76,411 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2012 71,889 miles

Bonnet catch very stiff - Took two people to open

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Oct 2012 71,889 miles

Bonnet catch very stiff - Took two people to open

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2011 68,024 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 64,421 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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YF08 YYC is a 2008 BMW Z4 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF08 YYC, 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 YF08 YYC registered?

YF08 YYC is a 2008 BMW Z4, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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