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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

S40 VKYMOT history

S40 VKY is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 2 Aug 2007. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 153,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

S40 VKY grey BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
153,860 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 VKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
2 Aug 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 VKY was last recorded at 153,860 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 17,083 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,777 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
17,083 miles
Average per year
9,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,860 miles
  • 2025 – 136,777 miles
  • 2024 – 116,226 miles
  • 2023 – 96,961 miles
  • 2022 – 79,308 miles
  • 2021 – 71,947 miles
  • 2020 – 64,951 miles
  • 2019 – 56,635 miles
  • 2018 – 49,175 miles
  • 2017 – 38,478 miles
  • 2015 – 24,976 miles
  • 2014 – 18,859 miles
  • 2013 – 13,380 miles
  • 2012 – 8,344 miles
  • 2011 – 7,187 miles
  • 2010 – 5,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,860 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Fuel cap seal split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,860 miles (+17,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    153,860 miles
    Test number
    192317800117
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass136,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    136,777 miles
    Test number
    585128103274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail136,777 miles (+20,551)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,777 miles
    Test number
    900448205114
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass116,226 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    116,226 miles
    Test number
    206498495117
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal split

  5. Fail116,225 miles (+19,264)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,225 miles
    Test number
    407987924776
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp on
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal split

  6. Pass96,961 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,961 miles
    Test number
    160729627037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail96,961 miles (+17,653)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,961 miles
    Test number
    436989983951
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass79,308 miles (+7,361)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,308 miles
    Test number
    166597209777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,947 miles (+6,996)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    71,947 miles
    Test number
    295033305684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,951 miles (+8,316)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,951 miles
    Test number
    450118314281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,635 miles (+295)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,635 miles
    Test number
    293040677628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,340 miles (+7,165)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,340 miles
    Test number
    985864564218
    • MajorBrake valve leaking ABS pump / pipe (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass49,175 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,175 miles
    Test number
    659801723649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,139 miles (+10,661)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,139 miles
    Test number
    733444856048
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass38,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,478 miles
    Test number
    797874295127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,478 miles (+13,502)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,478 miles
    Test number
    627219373453
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass24,976 miles (+6,117)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    24,976 miles
    Test number
    449433225266
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass18,859 miles (+5,479)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    18,859 miles
    Test number
    135657814202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail13,380 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,380 miles
    Test number
    169857023263
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass13,380 miles (+5,036)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    13,380 miles
    Test number
    257217923219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass8,344 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    8,344 miles
    Test number
    106502602208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass7,187 miles (+1,908)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    7,187 miles
    Test number
    407909401271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass5,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    5,279 miles
    Test number
    743630010260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 VKY

Does S40 VKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 VKY is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 VKY?
The MOT on S40 VKY is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 VKY done?
S40 VKY was recorded at 153,860 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 9,147 miles a year.
Has S40 VKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 VKY has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 VKY 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 VKY find?
S40 VKY passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears; oil leak, but not excessive.

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