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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2014 · 1,997 cc

L13 KNBMOT history

L13 KNB is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 31 Dec 2014. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 71,228 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

L13 KNB black BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,228 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 KNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
31 Dec 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 KNB was last recorded at 71,228 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 5,780 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,448 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,780 miles
Average per year
7,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,228 miles
  • 2025 – 65,448 miles
  • 2024 – 57,954 miles
  • 2023 – 50,567 miles
  • 2022 – 42,402 miles
  • 2021 – 34,397 miles
  • 2020 – 30,449 miles
  • 2019 – 23,842 miles
  • 2018 – 15,153 miles
  • 2017 – 5,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,228 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.0mm worn inner edge 2553019 runflat (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms mild corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Plastic covers over floors and engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Plastic covers floors and engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 26 Apr 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,228 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,228 miles
    Test number
    895949335535
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.0mm worn inner edge 2553019 runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms mild corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail71,212 miles (+5,764)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,212 miles
    Test number
    434478724797
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.0mm worn inner edge 2553019 runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms mild corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light displayed

  3. Pass65,448 miles (+7,494)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    65,448 miles
    Test number
    804449296084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass57,954 miles (+7,387)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    57,954 miles
    Test number
    602911501894
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads 80% worn

  5. Pass50,567 miles (+95)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    50,567 miles
    Test number
    731791279020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail50,472 miles (+8,070)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,472 miles
    Test number
    515400176452
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/35r19 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/30r19 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass42,402 miles (+8,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    42,402 miles
    Test number
    119766293686
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing off on edges and cracking
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers over floors and engine

  8. Pass34,397 miles (+3,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    34,397 miles
    Test number
    991875467440
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers overfloors and engine

  9. Pass30,449 miles (+6,607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    30,449 miles
    Test number
    365310486660
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers floors and engine

  10. Pass23,842 miles (+8,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    23,842 miles
    Test number
    654638340311
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers over floors and engine

  11. Pass15,153 miles (+9,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    15,153 miles
    Test number
    519187357620
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers floors and engine

  12. Pass5,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    5,798 miles
    Test number
    526965849648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 KNB

Does L13 KNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 KNB is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 KNB?
The MOT on L13 KNB is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 KNB done?
L13 KNB was recorded at 71,228 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 7,311 miles a year.
Has L13 KNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 KNB has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 KNB 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 L13 KNB find?
L13 KNB passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.0mm worn inner edge 2553019 runflat; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms mild corrosion.

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