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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S88 GDRMOT history

S88 GDR is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 2 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 138,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

S88 GDR black BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
138,598 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 GDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 GDR was last recorded at 138,598 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 5,223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,375 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,223 miles
Average per year
7,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,598 miles
  • 2025 – 133,375 miles
  • 2024 – 125,759 miles
  • 2023 – 125,718 miles
  • 2022 – 121,590 miles
  • 2021 – 115,349 miles
  • 2020 – 109,756 miles
  • 2019 – 104,592 miles
  • 2018 – 97,112 miles
  • 2017 – 84,624 miles
  • 2016 – 78,462 miles
  • 2015 – 55,139 miles
  • 2014 – 40,206 miles
  • 2013 – 34,588 miles
  • 2012 – 29,943 miles
  • 2011 – 22,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,598 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,598 miles (+5,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    138,598 miles
    Test number
    748184948632
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass133,375 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,375 miles
    Test number
    867753628655
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail133,375 miles (+7,616)5 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,375 miles
    Test number
    265162609591
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,759 miles (+41)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    125,759 miles
    Test number
    362845303109
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail125,718 miles (+4,128)3 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,718 miles
    Test number
    851151241307
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass121,590 miles (+43)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    121,590 miles
    Test number
    429049113166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail121,547 miles (+6,198)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,547 miles
    Test number
    964035497351
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamp more than 1/2 not waking (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass115,349 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    115,349 miles
    Test number
    759202373082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail115,347 miles (+5,591)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,347 miles
    Test number
    374353629873
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass109,756 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,756 miles
    Test number
    590788196463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,592 miles (+7,480)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    104,592 miles
    Test number
    149981895176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,112 miles (+12,488)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,112 miles
    Test number
    396661258514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,624 miles (+6,162)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    84,624 miles
    Test number
    166760969798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass78,462 miles (+23,323)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,462 miles
    Test number
    589609520253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,139 miles (+14,933)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,139 miles
    Test number
    458651135084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,206 miles (+5,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    40,206 miles
    Test number
    126383324464
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail34,588 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,588 miles
    Test number
    165620553072
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass34,588 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    34,588 miles
    Test number
    456530253047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,943 miles (+7,935)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,943 miles
    Test number
    176472132184
    • NoteBoth front brake disc lipped.

  20. Pass22,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,008 miles
    Test number
    519643731197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S88 GDR

Does S88 GDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 GDR is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 GDR?
The MOT on S88 GDR is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 GDR done?
S88 GDR was recorded at 138,598 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 7,656 miles a year.
Has S88 GDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 GDR has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S88 GDR 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 S88 GDR find?
S88 GDR passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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