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BMW Z4

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

M40 AAFMOT history

M40 AAF is a blue petrol BMW Z4 first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 161,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
161,416 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M40 AAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M40 AAF was last recorded at 161,416 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 4,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,010 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,406 miles
Average per year
7,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,416 miles
  • 2025 – 157,010 miles
  • 2024 – 154,754 miles
  • 2023 – 152,315 miles
  • 2022 – 150,961 miles
  • 2021 – 148,295 miles
  • 2020 – 146,069 miles
  • 2019 – 141,844 miles
  • 2018 – 138,091 miles
  • 2017 – 125,657 miles
  • 2016 – 116,666 miles
  • 2015 – 110,849 miles
  • 2014 – 102,625 miles
  • 2013 – 89,354 miles
  • 2012 – 76,107 miles
  • 2011 – 62,960 miles
  • 2010 – 49,321 miles
  • 2009 – 40,016 miles
  • 2008 – 28,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,416 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,416 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    161,416 miles
    Test number
    521775254871
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail161,413 miles (+4,403)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,413 miles
    Test number
    270604929650
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass157,010 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    157,010 miles
    Test number
    685543706165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perished

  4. Fail157,010 miles (+2,256)2 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,010 miles
    Test number
    675124508604
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake Reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perished
    • AdvisoryPad light on

  5. Pass154,754 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    154,754 miles
    Test number
    441199922326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perished

  6. Fail154,754 miles (+2,439)1 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,754 miles
    Test number
    558430156829
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perished

  7. Pass152,315 miles (+1,354)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    152,315 miles
    Test number
    872061626543
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  8. Pass150,961 miles (+2,666)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    150,961 miles
    Test number
    310172631385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  9. Pass148,295 miles (+2,226)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    148,295 miles
    Test number
    773714977871
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass146,069 miles (+4,225)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    146,069 miles
    Test number
    742357661108
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap deterorated

  11. Pass141,844 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,844 miles
    Test number
    893769864091
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust nuts missing/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront undertray insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring deteriorated

  12. Fail141,843 miles (+3,752)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,843 miles
    Test number
    575603519065
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect both (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust nuts missing/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront undertray insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring deteriorated

  13. Pass138,091 miles (+122)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    138,091 miles
    Test number
    758212222298
    • AdvisoryFront undertray loose
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flange nuts corroded away
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  14. Fail137,969 miles (+12,312)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,969 miles
    Test number
    763428090799
    • DangerousRear Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront undertray loose
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect oil mist (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flange nuts corroded away
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  15. Pass125,657 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,657 miles
    Test number
    724509453029
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre scrubbing off, on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbed off bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  16. Fail125,657 miles (+8,991)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,657 miles
    Test number
    965384702084
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre scrubbing off, on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbed off bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  17. Pass116,666 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    116,666 miles
    Test number
    467149517181
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front machpherson strut top rubber mount split, but not resulting in excessive movement

  18. Fail116,665 miles (+5,816)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,665 miles
    Test number
    385114269575
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front machpherson strut top rubber mount split, but not resulting in excessive movement

  19. Pass110,849 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    110,849 miles
    Test number
    995448125140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail110,841 miles (+8,216)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,841 miles
    Test number
    566671925104
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass102,625 miles (+13,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,625 miles
    Test number
    266348424476
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass89,354 miles (+13,247)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,354 miles
    Test number
    568224933178
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  23. Pass76,107 miles (+13,147)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    76,107 miles
    Test number
    369423442146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,960 miles (+13,639)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,960 miles
    Test number
    765908531150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,321 miles (+9,305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,321 miles
    Test number
    582684240188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass40,016 miles (+11,631)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,016 miles
    Test number
    790093249166
    • NoteSlight judder on front wiper blades

  27. Pass28,385 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,385 miles
    Test number
    293353618446
    • NoteThe air bag warning light is on

Questions about M40 AAF

Does M40 AAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M40 AAF is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M40 AAF?
The MOT on M40 AAF is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M40 AAF done?
M40 AAF was recorded at 161,416 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 7,417 miles a year.
Has M40 AAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M40 AAF has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on M40 AAF 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 M40 AAF find?
M40 AAF passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: fuel cap seal perished; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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