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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

97 STMOT history

97 ST is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 19 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 83,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
83,578 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
97 ST
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

97 ST was last recorded at 83,578 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,576 miles · 22 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,578 miles
  • 2025 – 74,558 miles
  • 2024 – 70,024 miles
  • 2022 – 66,008 miles
  • 2021 – 61,043 miles
  • 2020 – 58,419 miles
  • 2019 – 55,933 miles
  • 2018 – 48,202 miles
  • 2017 – 43,304 miles
  • 2016 – 38,898 miles
  • 2015 – 37,027 miles
  • 2014 – 34,062 miles
  • 2013 – 31,495 miles
  • 2012 – 29,312 miles
  • 2011 – 28,018 miles
  • 2010 – 26,514 miles
  • 2009 – 24,400 miles
  • 2008 – 22,062 miles
  • 2007 – 18,744 miles
  • 2006 – 14,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,578 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside discs worn and pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,578 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    83,578 miles
    Test number
    391861848046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,576 miles (+9,018)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,576 miles
    Test number
    442100045806
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass74,558 miles (+4,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    74,558 miles
    Test number
    359676649072
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal damaged

  4. Pass70,024 miles (+4,016)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,024 miles
    Test number
    284259889809
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split

  5. Pass66,008 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    66,008 miles
    Test number
    552724827787
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside discs worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail66,008 miles (+4,965)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,008 miles
    Test number
    760508776084
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside discs worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass61,043 miles (+2,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    61,043 miles
    Test number
    380190850062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass58,419 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,419 miles
    Test number
    592111815197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail58,418 miles (+2,485)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,418 miles
    Test number
    533489300362
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass55,933 miles (+7,731)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    55,933 miles
    Test number
    650675917659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,202 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    48,202 miles
    Test number
    719126775559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail48,201 miles (+4,897)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,201 miles
    Test number
    514390539133
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass43,304 miles (+4,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,304 miles
    Test number
    682702447042
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass38,898 miles (+1,871)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,898 miles
    Test number
    156570396044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,027 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,027 miles
    Test number
    287474085162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,062 miles (+24)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,062 miles
    Test number
    288094084199
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail34,038 miles (+2,543)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,038 miles
    Test number
    537115674168
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass31,495 miles (+2,183)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,495 miles
    Test number
    727398453101
    • NotePetrol cap seal slightly deteriated

  19. Pass29,312 miles (+1,294)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    29,312 miles
    Test number
    338535142121
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass28,018 miles (+1,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,018 miles
    Test number
    788385371156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass26,514 miles (+2,114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,514 miles
    Test number
    134348460133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass24,400 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,400 miles
    Test number
    862618569182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,387 miles (+2,325)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,387 miles
    Test number
    251334969130
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass22,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,062 miles
    Test number
    973963568183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,062 miles (+3,318)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,062 miles
    Test number
    164762168179
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass18,744 miles (+4,151)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,744 miles
    Test number
    314600677181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,593 miles
    Test number
    221611356164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 97 ST

What vehicle is registration 97 ST currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 97 ST on a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 19 Jun 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 97 ST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 97 ST is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 97 ST?
The MOT on 97 ST is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 97 ST done?
97 ST was recorded at 83,578 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 3,445 miles a year.
Has 97 ST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 97 ST has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on 97 ST ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 97 ST find?
97 ST passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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