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BMW Z4

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

S40 SWLMOT history

S40 SWL is a silver petrol BMW Z4 first used on 3 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 107,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,759 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 SWL
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
3 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 SWL was last recorded at 107,759 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 2,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,400 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,359 miles
Average per year
4,654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,759 miles
  • 2024 – 105,400 miles
  • 2023 – 104,249 miles
  • 2022 – 102,234 miles
  • 2021 – 98,743 miles
  • 2020 – 97,439 miles
  • 2019 – 93,709 miles
  • 2018 – 83,359 miles
  • 2017 – 75,436 miles
  • 2016 – 69,326 miles
  • 2015 – 61,944 miles
  • 2014 – 54,962 miles
  • 2012 – 44,924 miles
  • 2011 – 32,996 miles
  • 2010 – 31,577 miles
  • 2009 – 25,424 miles
  • 2008 – 22,958 miles
  • 2007 – 21,182 miles
  • 2006 – 16,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,759 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,759 miles (+2,359)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,759 miles
    Test number
    883388482538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass105,400 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    105,400 miles
    Test number
    162123908040
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rears (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail105,400 miles (+1,151)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,400 miles
    Test number
    227275211520
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rears (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass104,249 miles (+2,015)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    104,249 miles
    Test number
    335375161772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,234 miles (+3,491)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,234 miles
    Test number
    576438613261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,743 miles (+1,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,743 miles
    Test number
    574065651348
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass97,439 miles (+3,730)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,439 miles
    Test number
    753812128197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,709 miles (+150)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,709 miles
    Test number
    220839748942
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail93,559 miles (+10,200)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,559 miles
    Test number
    299695997380
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass83,359 miles (+7,923)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    83,359 miles
    Test number
    318618290563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,436 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    75,436 miles
    Test number
    132932364096
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail75,436 miles (+6,110)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,436 miles
    Test number
    364071044238
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass69,326 miles (+7,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,326 miles
    Test number
    588470873835
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all steel (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass61,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    61,944 miles
    Test number
    583162482861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,944 miles (+6,982)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,944 miles
    Test number
    871885592292
    • Repaired at testNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass54,962 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    54,962 miles
    Test number
    146349344350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,961 miles (+10,037)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,961 miles
    Test number
    838692344399
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass44,924 miles (+11,928)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,924 miles
    Test number
    187505532279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,996 miles
    Test number
    107377431218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,996 miles (+1,419)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,996 miles
    Test number
    116497731243
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass31,577 miles (+6,153)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,577 miles
    Test number
    344518920303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,424 miles (+2,466)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,424 miles
    Test number
    953806329261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,958 miles (+1,776)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,958 miles
    Test number
    823793448251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,182 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,182 miles
    Test number
    713593347288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,171 miles (+4,379)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,171 miles
    Test number
    901380347258
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass16,792 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,792 miles
    Test number
    303994536231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail16,772 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,772 miles
    Test number
    674190036297
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear exhaust tail trim loose fit.

Questions about S40 SWL

Does S40 SWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 SWL is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 SWL?
The MOT on S40 SWL is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 SWL done?
S40 SWL was recorded at 107,759 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 4,654 miles a year.
Has S40 SWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 SWL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S40 SWL 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 S40 SWL find?
S40 SWL passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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