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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

L66 KNOMOT history

L66 KNO is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 117,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
117,158 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 KNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 KNO was last recorded at 117,158 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,612 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
546 miles
Average per year
4,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,158 miles
  • 2025 – 116,612 miles
  • 2024 – 115,896 miles
  • 2023 – 115,524 miles
  • 2022 – 115,170 miles
  • 2021 – 112,326 miles
  • 2020 – 108,150 miles
  • 2019 – 103,543 miles
  • 2018 – 98,708 miles
  • 2017 – 93,679 miles
  • 2016 – 88,157 miles
  • 2015 – 86,516 miles
  • 2014 – 83,004 miles
  • 2013 – 76,749 miles
  • 2011 – 65,116 miles
  • 2010 – 58,379 miles
  • 2009 – 49,482 miles
  • 2008 – 37,797 miles
  • 2007 – 29,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,158 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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,158 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    117,158 miles
    Test number
    236027507972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,612 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    116,612 miles
    Test number
    509667161496
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail116,599 miles (+703)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,599 miles
    Test number
    670518009992
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass115,896 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,896 miles
    Test number
    521008893149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail115,891 miles (+367)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,891 miles
    Test number
    900624905162
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both bulbs (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  6. Pass115,524 miles (+354)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,524 miles
    Test number
    365998506078
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Signs of run flat damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass115,170 miles (+51)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,170 miles
    Test number
    149716782322
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail115,119 miles (+2,793)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,119 miles
    Test number
    666519341357
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass112,326 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,326 miles
    Test number
    752589854993
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive also leaking from gear box area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside & nearside front.
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal cracked - still sealing fuel system
  10. Fail112,317 miles (+4,167)7 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,317 miles
    Test number
    166104815835
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp (amber ) illuminated
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive also leaking from gear box area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside & nearside front.
    • AdvisoryTMPS lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal cracked - still sealing fuel system
  11. Pass108,150 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    108,150 miles
    Test number
    588397859297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  12. Fail108,150 miles (+4,607)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,150 miles
    Test number
    529535170137
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  13. Pass103,543 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,543 miles
    Test number
    118776902540
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  14. Fail103,472 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,472 miles
    Test number
    151211482805
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  15. Fail103,472 miles (+4,764)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,472 miles
    Test number
    319259700253
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  16. Pass98,708 miles (+5,029)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    98,708 miles
    Test number
    637985282606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,679 miles (+5,522)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,679 miles
    Test number
    521926209101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,157 miles (+4)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,157 miles
    Test number
    952115935132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion noted nearside front upper support bearing assembly
    • AdvisoryCorrosion noted offside front upper support bearing assembly
    • AdvisoryCuts/damaged noted to nearside front tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryMetal under tray damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pad wear sensor wire damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake splash shield corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail88,153 miles (+1,637)6 failures17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,153 miles
    Test number
    295805234901
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven offside slow in application (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light illuminated
    • AdvisoryCoolant light illuminated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion noted nearside front upper support bearing assembly
    • AdvisoryCorrosion noted offside front upper support bearing assembly
    • AdvisoryCuts/damaged noted to nearside front tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryMetal under tray damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pad wear sensor wire damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad wear sensor wire damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake splash shield corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light illuminated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass86,516 miles (+3,512)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,516 miles
    Test number
    277551065174
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass83,004 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    83,004 miles
    Test number
    649471664162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Fail83,004 miles (+6,255)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,004 miles
    Test number
    638001764108
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  23. Pass76,749 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,749 miles
    Test number
    947941373113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail76,748 miles (+11,632)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,748 miles
    Test number
    886159063189
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  25. Pass65,116 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,116 miles
    Test number
    478000411177
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine lamp on
  26. Fail65,116 miles (+6,737)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,116 miles
    Test number
    986100711171
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine lamp on
  27. Pass58,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,379 miles
    Test number
    423761890066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail58,379 miles (+8,897)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,379 miles
    Test number
    790781890003
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  29. Pass49,482 miles (+11,685)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,482 miles
    Test number
    190353179437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,797 miles
    Test number
    774271878005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail37,797 miles (+8,714)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,797 miles
    Test number
    760661478050
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  32. Pass29,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,083 miles
    Test number
    121811677004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L66 KNO

Does L66 KNO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 KNO is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 KNO?
The MOT on L66 KNO is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 KNO done?
L66 KNO was recorded at 117,158 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 4,525 miles a year.
Has L66 KNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 KNO has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L66 KNO 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 L66 KNO find?
L66 KNO passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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