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BMW Z4

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

S12 VARMOT history

S12 VAR is a silver petrol BMW Z4 first used on 25 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 140,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2024
Mileage
140,288 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 VAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2024
Latest MOT test
6 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 VAR was last recorded at 140,288 miles on 6 May 2023, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,269 miles · 30 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
5,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,288 miles
  • 2022 – 139,895 miles
  • 2020 – 138,530 miles
  • 2019 – 135,215 miles
  • 2017 – 135,026 miles
  • 2015 – 132,038 miles
  • 2013 – 129,657 miles
  • 2012 – 120,666 miles
  • 2011 – 113,227 miles
  • 2010 – 107,037 miles
  • 2009 – 91,679 miles
  • 2008 – 74,756 miles
  • 2006 – 51,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,288 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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,288 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,288 miles
    Test number
    808021849426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail140,269 miles (+374)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,269 miles
    Test number
    518229121605
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed missfire very bad (8.2.1.2 (d))

  3. Pass139,895 miles (+1,365)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    139,895 miles
    Test number
    937647488554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,530 miles
    Test number
    478155260877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail138,530 miles (+3,315)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,530 miles
    Test number
    410296593395
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Illuminated (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal excessively deteriorated (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass135,215 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    135,215 miles
    Test number
    949330436658
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail135,215 miles (+189)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,215 miles
    Test number
    826060067940
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass135,026 miles (+2,988)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,026 miles
    Test number
    140418581170
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass132,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    132,038 miles
    Test number
    927420845061
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail132,035 miles (+2,378)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,035 miles
    Test number
    999730945078
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass129,657 miles (+27)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    129,657 miles
    Test number
    388737263443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing noisy

  12. Fail129,630 miles (+8,964)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,630 miles
    Test number
    659684453277
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing noisy

  13. Pass120,666 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    120,666 miles
    Test number
    137461772251
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are slightly worn on the outer edges.

  14. Fail120,666 miles (+7,439)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,666 miles
    Test number
    329721472427
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are slightly worn on the outer edges.

  15. Pass113,227 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    113,227 miles
    Test number
    947611811118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass107,037 miles (+15,358)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    107,037 miles
    Test number
    360503600122
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBonnet cable requires attention

  17. Pass91,679 miles (+16,923)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,679 miles
    Test number
    314669499014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,756 miles (+23,522)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    74,756 miles
    Test number
    751416108146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    51,234 miles
    Test number
    290743096451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S12 VAR

Does S12 VAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S12 VAR expired on 5 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S12 VAR?
The MOT on S12 VAR expired on 5 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S12 VAR done?
S12 VAR was recorded at 140,288 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2023, an average of 5,296 miles a year.
Has S12 VAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 VAR has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S12 VAR 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 S12 VAR find?
S12 VAR passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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