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BMW Z4

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

S9 AOTMOT history

S9 AOT is a silver petrol BMW Z4 first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 76,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2025
Mileage
76,652 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2018
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 AOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S9 AOT was last recorded at 76,652 miles on 23 Jan 2018, 880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,772 miles · 12 Sept 2016
Between the last two tests
880 miles
Average per year
5,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2018 – 76,652 miles
  • 2016 – 75,772 miles
  • 2015 – 71,903 miles
  • 2014 – 70,540 miles
  • 2013 – 65,281 miles
  • 2012 – 57,912 miles
  • 2011 – 51,319 miles
  • 2010 – 41,656 miles
  • 2009 – 35,266 miles
  • 2008 – 28,208 miles
  • 2007 – 21,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Hub/suspension arm snapped (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorFront Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel rim fouling on inner arch
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderneath corroded

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read2 dangerous12 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    727944291036
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Hub/suspension arm snapped (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel rim fouling on inner arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath corroded

  2. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    585425852550
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside (factpry fitted)
    • AdvisoryUnderside has all over surface corrosion (lack of use?)

  3. FailMileage not read1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    631584314311
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside (factpry fitted)
    • AdvisoryUnderside has all over surface corrosion (lack of use?)

  4. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    974300395747
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    838287067007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. FailMileage not read4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    480441311879
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. FailMileage not read1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    243082096662
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass76,652 miles (+880)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    76,652 miles
    Test number
    867995123792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,772 miles
    Test number
    172128987847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,770 miles (+3,867)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,770 miles
    Test number
    447613499155
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  11. Pass71,903 miles (+1,363)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    649506985929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,540 miles (+5,259)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,540 miles
    Test number
    589254084009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,281 miles (+31)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,281 miles
    Test number
    526213613157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail65,250 miles (+7,338)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,250 miles
    Test number
    145477603160
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass57,912 miles (+6,593)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,912 miles
    Test number
    496160592039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,319 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,319 miles
    Test number
    855590991012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn
    • NoteN/s/r inner brake light not working

  17. Fail51,315 miles (+9,659)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,315 miles
    Test number
    965760491038
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn
    • NoteN/s/r inner brake light not working

  18. Pass41,656 miles (+6,390)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    753612270067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low on air pressure [possible slow puncture]

  19. Pass35,266 miles (+7,058)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,266 miles
    Test number
    301207679018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass28,208 miles (+6,242)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,208 miles
    Test number
    391076478003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,966 miles
    Test number
    584899487004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S9 AOT

Does S9 AOT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S9 AOT expired on 22 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S9 AOT?
The MOT on S9 AOT expired on 22 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S9 AOT done?
S9 AOT was recorded at 76,652 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2018, an average of 5,054 miles a year.
Has S9 AOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 AOT has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S9 AOT 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 S9 AOT find?
S9 AOT failed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 12 major defects and 6 advisories: offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected hub/suspension arm snapped; power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected; brake performance unable to be tested, and 17 more.

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