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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

L70 DYYMOT history

L70 DYY is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 9 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 108,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

L70 DYY black BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
108,946 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 DYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 DYY was last recorded at 108,946 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
108,349 miles · 14 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
597 miles
Average per year
4,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,946 miles
  • 2024 – 108,349 miles
  • 2023 – 106,780 miles
  • 2022 – 103,262 miles
  • 2020 – 102,068 miles
  • 2018 – 100,257 miles
  • 2017 – 97,818 miles
  • 2016 – 90,992 miles
  • 2015 – 80,309 miles
  • 2014 – 77,838 miles
  • 2012 – 68,474 miles
  • 2011 – 61,369 miles
  • 2010 – 53,959 miles
  • 2009 – 40,787 miles
  • 2008 – 31,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,946 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight leak of oil from rear of engine

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,946 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    108,946 miles
    Test number
    413899813248
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak of oil from rear of engine

  2. Fail108,946 miles (+597)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,946 miles
    Test number
    951084560949
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak of oil from rear of engine

  3. Pass108,349 miles (+1,569)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,349 miles
    Test number
    484905646448
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass106,780 miles (+3,518)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    106,780 miles
    Test number
    447707399350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,262 miles (+1,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    103,262 miles
    Test number
    675402651301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass102,068 miles (+1,811)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    102,068 miles
    Test number
    667358512542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,257 miles (+2,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,257 miles
    Test number
    891272061350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear advice dust cover on rear shocker broken

  8. Pass97,818 miles (+6,826)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,818 miles
    Test number
    426496726996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,992 miles
    Test number
    665644334784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,992 miles (+10,683)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,992 miles
    Test number
    846774382986
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass80,309 miles (+2,471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,309 miles
    Test number
    355970515121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass77,838 miles (+9,364)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,838 miles
    Test number
    188953514183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,474 miles (+7,105)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    68,474 miles
    Test number
    476470612454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,369 miles (+7,410)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,369 miles
    Test number
    897216901324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,959 miles (+3,964)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,959 miles
    Test number
    231978100333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,995 miles (+9,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,995 miles
    Test number
    580152510166
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass40,787 miles (+9,018)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,787 miles
    Test number
    814134609101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,769 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,769 miles
    Test number
    340770328147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,729 miles
    Test number
    193268788422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 DYY

Does L70 DYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 DYY is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L70 DYY?
The MOT on L70 DYY is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 DYY done?
L70 DYY was recorded at 108,946 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 4,281 miles a year.
Has L70 DYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 DYY has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L70 DYY 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 L70 DYY find?
L70 DYY passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front coil spring corroded both sides; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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