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YL03 HDE

2003 BMW Z4

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,112 mi
Last recorded71,112 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW Z467,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 HDE
MakeBMW
ModelZ4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 71,112 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2025 71,083 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2024 71,074 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Coolant leak

Pass 4 Sep 2023 69,665 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 68,525 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 67,208 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 66,165 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 60,769 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 56,101 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 48,618 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 45,284 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 41,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 27 Jun 2012 37,187 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 30,785 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 26,996 miles

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 21,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 18,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 13,247 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 6,669 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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YL03 HDE is a 2003 BMW Z4 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2003 BMW Z4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 67,714 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 YL03 HDE, 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 23 years old, this BMW Z4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YL03 HDE?

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What year was YL03 HDE registered?

YL03 HDE is a 2003 BMW Z4, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is YL03 HDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 HDE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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