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BMW Z4

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

R50 DSGMOT history

R50 DSG is a blue petrol BMW Z4 first used on 26 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 77,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

R50 DSG blue BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
77,368 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R50 DSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R50 DSG was last recorded at 77,368 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 3,487 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,881 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,487 miles
Average per year
3,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,368 miles
  • 2025 – 73,881 miles
  • 2024 – 72,819 miles
  • 2023 – 69,865 miles
  • 2020 – 63,352 miles
  • 2019 – 56,068 miles
  • 2018 – 52,479 miles
  • 2017 – 48,907 miles
  • 2016 – 45,140 miles
  • 2015 – 38,539 miles
  • 2014 – 35,204 miles
  • 2013 – 33,491 miles
  • 2012 – 31,762 miles
  • 2011 – 29,989 miles
  • 2010 – 28,221 miles
  • 2009 – 26,059 miles
  • 2008 – 22,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,368 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear suspension tie bars heavily corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,368 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    77,368 miles
    Test number
    388147701317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,368 miles (+3,487)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,368 miles
    Test number
    778695787161
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,881 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    73,881 miles
    Test number
    380448260753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail73,881 miles (+1,062)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,881 miles
    Test number
    470071068962
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s/f leak (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,819 miles (+2,954)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    72,819 miles
    Test number
    103381094797
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass69,865 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,865 miles
    Test number
    302165753088
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to mid section gaskets (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail69,865 miles (+6,513)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,865 miles
    Test number
    280053344434
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to mid section gaskets (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass63,352 miles (+7,284)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    63,352 miles
    Test number
    520301316939
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass56,068 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,068 miles
    Test number
    667012335056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,604 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,604 miles
    Test number
    650192783003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension tie bars heavily corroded.

  11. Fail55,589 miles (+3,110)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,589 miles
    Test number
    386309267444
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension tie bars heavily corroded.

  12. Pass52,479 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    52,479 miles
    Test number
    851943890379
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail52,471 miles (+3,564)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,471 miles
    Test number
    748999700658
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass48,907 miles (+3,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,907 miles
    Test number
    818215841183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass45,140 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    45,140 miles
    Test number
    411226722339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,232 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,232 miles
    Test number
    455032593189
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (Front section) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  17. Fail42,232 miles (+3,693)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,232 miles
    Test number
    608430999893
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (Front section) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  18. Pass38,539 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,539 miles
    Test number
    139751665034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail38,537 miles (+3,333)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,537 miles
    Test number
    128321665444
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass35,204 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    35,204 miles
    Test number
    169507274089
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail35,204 miles (+1,713)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,204 miles
    Test number
    148933864495
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass33,491 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,491 miles
    Test number
    159972773482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail33,491 miles (+1,729)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,491 miles
    Test number
    289970673052
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass31,762 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,762 miles
    Test number
    266429072046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn unevenly on outer edges, also they had to be inflated before carrying out test

  25. Fail31,762 miles (+1,773)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,762 miles
    Test number
    747229872064
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn unevenly on outer edges, also they had to be inflated before carrying out test

  26. Pass29,989 miles (+1,768)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,989 miles
    Test number
    155105471054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,221 miles (+2,162)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    28,221 miles
    Test number
    100205770488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,059 miles
    Test number
    110188069048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail26,059 miles (+4,040)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,059 miles
    Test number
    412688969007
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass22,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,019 miles
    Test number
    111708878469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R50 DSG

Does R50 DSG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R50 DSG is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R50 DSG?
The MOT on R50 DSG is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R50 DSG done?
R50 DSG was recorded at 77,368 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 3,040 miles a year.
Has R50 DSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R50 DSG has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on R50 DSG 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 R50 DSG find?
R50 DSG passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside rear inner brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to pipe; nearside rear lower suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear outer brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from pipe to caliper, and 7 more.

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