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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 2,497 cc

L5 BFFMOT history

L5 BFF is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 1 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 120,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

L5 BFF grey BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
120,722 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 BFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 BFF was last recorded at 120,722 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 1,265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
119,457 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,265 miles
Average per year
6,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,722 miles
  • 2025 – 119,457 miles
  • 2024 – 115,691 miles
  • 2023 – 112,189 miles
  • 2022 – 108,014 miles
  • 2021 – 103,628 miles
  • 2020 – 97,056 miles
  • 2019 – 89,842 miles
  • 2018 – 82,462 miles
  • 2017 – 75,093 miles
  • 2016 – 73,474 miles
  • 2015 – 64,948 miles
  • 2014 – 51,201 miles
  • 2013 – 49,310 miles
  • 2012 – 40,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,722 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,722 miles (+1,265)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    120,722 miles
    Test number
    906301264894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass119,457 miles (+3,766)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    119,457 miles
    Test number
    477114747633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass115,691 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    115,691 miles
    Test number
    718626464037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail115,691 miles (+3,502)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,691 miles
    Test number
    270245194082
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass112,189 miles (+4,175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    112,189 miles
    Test number
    626022336947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass108,014 miles (+4,386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    108,014 miles
    Test number
    630394898422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass103,628 miles (+6,572)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    103,628 miles
    Test number
    297196863960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear sensor hanging out of caliper but not chafing on suspension or brake parts
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel cap seal cracking
  8. Pass97,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,056 miles
    Test number
    159824583786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,056 miles (+7,214)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,056 miles
    Test number
    418747646577
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40/17 95w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40/17 95w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass89,842 miles (+7,380)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,842 miles
    Test number
    766576084007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,462 miles (+7,369)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,462 miles
    Test number
    316970271208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,093 miles (+1,619)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,093 miles
    Test number
    750035592543
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass73,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,474 miles
    Test number
    725759099867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,474 miles (+8,526)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,474 miles
    Test number
    110315296000
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass64,948 miles (+13,747)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,948 miles
    Test number
    849046015207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,201 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    51,201 miles
    Test number
    968617914247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,310 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    49,310 miles
    Test number
    628181343347
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Fail49,310 miles (+8,674)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,310 miles
    Test number
    518161043379
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre loss of air
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light on
  19. Pass40,636 miles (+9,769)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    40,636 miles
    Test number
    408552332356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,867 miles
    Test number
    487599502120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 BFF

Does L5 BFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 BFF is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 BFF?
The MOT on L5 BFF is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 BFF done?
L5 BFF was recorded at 120,722 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 6,320 miles a year.
Has L5 BFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 BFF has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 BFF 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 L5 BFF find?
L5 BFF passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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