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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

F5 RGLMOT history

F5 RGL is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 17 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 110,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

F5 RGL grey BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
110,787 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 RGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 RGL was last recorded at 110,787 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 5,428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,359 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,428 miles
Average per year
4,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,787 miles
  • 2025 – 105,359 miles
  • 2024 – 103,623 miles
  • 2023 – 101,348 miles
  • 2022 – 97,546 miles
  • 2021 – 94,014 miles
  • 2020 – 91,787 miles
  • 2019 – 89,451 miles
  • 2018 – 87,153 miles
  • 2017 – 84,896 miles
  • 2016 – 82,275 miles
  • 2015 – 77,979 miles
  • 2014 – 74,122 miles
  • 2013 – 69,409 miles
  • 2012 – 64,994 miles
  • 2011 – 55,843 miles
  • 2010 – 46,774 miles
  • 2009 – 42,542 miles
  • 2008 – 33,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,787 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,787 miles (+5,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    110,787 miles
    Test number
    463715610788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass105,359 miles (+16)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    105,359 miles
    Test number
    816170425242
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail105,343 miles (+1,720)5 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,343 miles
    Test number
    381542770999
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent,16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent,16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing on inners (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent,16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge urgent (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber starting to crack

  4. Pass103,623 miles (+2,275)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    103,623 miles
    Test number
    139817684717
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear BOTH PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass101,348 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,348 miles
    Test number
    601728323178
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail101,348 miles (+3,802)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,348 miles
    Test number
    903705480323
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    97,546 miles
    Test number
    934734286161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,546 miles (+3,532)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,546 miles
    Test number
    776123538053
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  9. Pass94,014 miles (+2,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,014 miles
    Test number
    363444202035
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass91,787 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    91,787 miles
    Test number
    349988727456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail91,784 miles (+2,333)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,784 miles
    Test number
    286403597396
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass89,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,451 miles
    Test number
    277568881558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,451 miles (+2,298)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,451 miles
    Test number
    749316552093
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  14. Pass87,153 miles (+2,257)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,153 miles
    Test number
    675530128353
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass84,896 miles (+2,621)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,896 miles
    Test number
    523441843589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,275 miles (+4,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,275 miles
    Test number
    728205914103
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wear 0n inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass77,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,979 miles
    Test number
    899234805123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,978 miles (+3,856)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,978 miles
    Test number
    808224205104
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

  19. Pass74,122 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,122 miles
    Test number
    798211004190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Fail74,121 miles (+4,712)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,121 miles
    Test number
    236311804415
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass69,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,409 miles
    Test number
    879986003196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail69,409 miles (+4,415)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,409 miles
    Test number
    788736703159
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  23. Pass64,994 miles (+9,151)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    64,994 miles
    Test number
    295661832017
    • NoteOffside front tyre getting low

  24. Pass55,843 miles (+9,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,843 miles
    Test number
    235919621099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass46,774 miles (+4,232)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,774 miles
    Test number
    894178320039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,542 miles (+8,864)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,542 miles
    Test number
    241227109411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,678 miles
    Test number
    621836708162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F5 RGL

Does F5 RGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 RGL is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 RGL?
The MOT on F5 RGL is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 RGL done?
F5 RGL was recorded at 110,787 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 4,165 miles a year.
Has F5 RGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 RGL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on F5 RGL 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 F5 RGL find?
F5 RGL passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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