BMW Z 4 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW Z 4. Check any Z 4 by registration number below.

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97.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.4%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW Z 4 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW Z 4 has an average MOT pass rate of 97.3%, which is 7.4 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Z 4 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Typical mileage for the Z 4 is around 46,554 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used Z 4, compare the odometer reading against these benchmarks. Significantly lower mileage than expected could indicate a clocked vehicle — run a free mileage check to verify.

Before buying a used BMW Z 4, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW Z 4 performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 76 vehicles

98.7%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

Mileage at 10yr

55k mi

2007

Based on 160 vehicles

95.6%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

34k mi

Mileage at 10yr

67k mi

2006

Based on 278 vehicles

96.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 3yr

32k mi

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

Mileage at 10yr

80k mi

2005

Based on 206 vehicles

99.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

Mileage at 10yr

88k mi

2004

Based on 201 vehicles

97.0%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

46k mi

Mileage at 10yr

93k mi

2003

Based on 419 vehicles

96.9%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 10yr

93k mi

Typical Mileage — BMW Z 4

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 2006 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used Z 4.

At 3 Years

31,957

miles

At 5 Years

46,554

miles

At 10 Years

80,358

miles

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90.4% pass rate

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87.3% pass rate

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87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW Z 4

BMW Z 4 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW Z 4 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW Z 4?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW Z 4 is 97.3% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW Z 4?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the BMW Z 4 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 97.3%, the BMW Z 4 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a BMW Z 4?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a BMW Z 4?

Typical mileage for the BMW Z 4: 48,654 miles at 5 years, 55,360 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Z 4 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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