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BMW Z4

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

L100 PPOMOT history

L100 PPO is a red petrol BMW Z4 first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 161,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
161,322 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L100 PPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L100 PPO was last recorded at 161,322 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,283 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
6,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,322 miles
  • 2025 – 161,283 miles
  • 2024 – 159,879 miles
  • 2023 – 153,977 miles
  • 2022 – 148,141 miles
  • 2021 – 137,661 miles
  • 2020 – 128,710 miles
  • 2019 – 114,844 miles
  • 2018 – 109,937 miles
  • 2017 – 105,361 miles
  • 2016 – 103,836 miles
  • 2015 – 98,114 miles
  • 2014 – 96,285 miles
  • 2013 – 95,245 miles
  • 2012 – 88,857 miles
  • 2011 – 73,765 miles
  • 2010 – 62,567 miles
  • 2009 – 51,025 miles
  • 2008 – 43,002 miles
  • 2007 – 33,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,322 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pad warning light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides, Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    161,322 miles
    Test number
    305814951976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail161,322 miles (+39)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,322 miles
    Test number
    795156587627
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail161,283 miles (+1,404)3 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,283 miles
    Test number
    124122460895
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture both (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass159,879 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    159,879 miles
    Test number
    939560646095
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides, Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail159,874 miles (+5,897)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,874 miles
    Test number
    207798710360
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc back plate in secure
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides, Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass153,977 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    153,977 miles
    Test number
    478052511719
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail153,975 miles (+5,834)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,975 miles
    Test number
    207661722595
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass148,141 miles (+10,480)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    148,141 miles
    Test number
    216516929517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass137,661 miles (+8,951)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    137,661 miles
    Test number
    926666102431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass128,710 miles (+13,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,710 miles
    Test number
    696318523296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass114,844 miles (+4,907)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,844 miles
    Test number
    722063514389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,937 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,937 miles
    Test number
    280003558375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail109,937 miles (+4,576)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,937 miles
    Test number
    592585755030
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass105,361 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,361 miles
    Test number
    152437784465
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear strong advise also covers fitted, pipes not visable (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal cracking
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail105,361 miles (+1,525)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,361 miles
    Test number
    266609933561
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear strong advise also covers fitted, pipes not visable (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal cracking
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass103,836 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    103,836 miles
    Test number
    282982305083
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail103,832 miles (+5,718)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,832 miles
    Test number
    828359415351
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass98,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    98,114 miles
    Test number
    915072425184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,114 miles (+1,829)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,114 miles
    Test number
    616692125149
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass96,285 miles (+1,040)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,285 miles
    Test number
    288047334180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass95,245 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,245 miles
    Test number
    189159523173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,231 miles (+6,374)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,231 miles
    Test number
    147394923149
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass88,857 miles (+15,092)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,857 miles
    Test number
    566304812131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail73,765 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,765 miles
    Test number
    177225391465
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  25. Pass73,765 miles (+11,198)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,765 miles
    Test number
    268105091039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  26. Pass62,567 miles (+11,542)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,567 miles
    Test number
    213033310420
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass51,025 miles (+8,023)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    51,025 miles
    Test number
    340497319147
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass43,002 miles (+9,694)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,002 miles
    Test number
    990143418153
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Pass33,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,308 miles
    Test number
    401547217120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass33,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,308 miles
    Test number
    312360917118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail33,308 miles (+2,412)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,308 miles
    Test number
    472169807134
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  32. Pass30,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    30,896 miles
    Test number
    600606327075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L100 PPO

Does L100 PPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L100 PPO is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L100 PPO?
The MOT on L100 PPO is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L100 PPO done?
L100 PPO was recorded at 161,322 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 6,802 miles a year.
Has L100 PPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L100 PPO has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L100 PPO 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 L100 PPO find?
L100 PPO passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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