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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

T12 FRDMOT history

T12 FRD is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 27 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 114,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
114,511 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 FRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 FRD was last recorded at 114,511 miles on 27 May 2026, 7,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,698 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,813 miles
Average per year
5,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,511 miles
  • 2025 – 106,698 miles
  • 2024 – 102,707 miles
  • 2022 – 102,666 miles
  • 2021 – 83,389 miles
  • 2020 – 77,432 miles
  • 2019 – 73,125 miles
  • 2018 – 67,061 miles
  • 2017 – 60,450 miles
  • 2016 – 54,148 miles
  • 2015 – 49,151 miles
  • 2014 – 44,447 miles
  • 2013 – 39,834 miles
  • 2012 – 35,753 miles
  • 2011 – 31,004 miles
  • 2010 – 26,463 miles
  • 2009 – 22,382 miles
  • 2008 – 19,019 miles
  • 2007 – 15,851 miles
  • 2006 – 11,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,511 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,511 miles (+7,813)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    114,511 miles
    Test number
    774304163962
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass106,698 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    106,698 miles
    Test number
    866131057935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail106,698 miles (+3,991)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,698 miles
    Test number
    876538361928
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    102,707 miles
    Test number
    129507479970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail102,707 miles (+41)4 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,707 miles
    Test number
    499209223347
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear discs corroded

  6. Fail102,666 miles (+19,277)4 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,666 miles
    Test number
    893251977674
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect foggy lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect foggy lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,389 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,389 miles
    Test number
    455531022474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull under trays + covers

  8. Fail83,389 miles (+5,957)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,389 miles
    Test number
    265338190210
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back around fixing clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back around fixing clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull under trays + covers

  9. Pass77,432 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,432 miles
    Test number
    839723809030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail77,428 miles (+4,303)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,428 miles
    Test number
    891152069834
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass73,125 miles (+234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,125 miles
    Test number
    401558159837
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass72,891 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,891 miles
    Test number
    523593310793
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail72,891 miles (+5,830)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,891 miles
    Test number
    264652765182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass67,061 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    67,061 miles
    Test number
    419412958870
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to back (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Fail67,060 miles (+6,610)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,060 miles
    Test number
    287785548756
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to back (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass60,450 miles (+6,302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,450 miles
    Test number
    695819644839
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes starting to corrode

  17. Pass54,148 miles (+4,997)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    54,148 miles
    Test number
    455408259051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Pass49,151 miles (+4,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,151 miles
    Test number
    253671872627
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass44,447 miles (+4,613)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,447 miles
    Test number
    896705214389
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFuel cap seal perished

  20. Pass39,834 miles (+4,081)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    39,834 miles
    Test number
    949480593250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,753 miles (+4,749)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    35,753 miles
    Test number
    587421112320
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass31,004 miles (+4,541)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    31,004 miles
    Test number
    306257981234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,463 miles (+415)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,463 miles
    Test number
    390049800348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,048 miles (+3,666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,048 miles
    Test number
    880868410210
    • 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)

  25. Pass22,382 miles (+3,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    22,382 miles
    Test number
    512163339272
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass19,019 miles (+3,168)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    19,019 miles
    Test number
    352572438247
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r tyer is worn to 1.7mm

  27. Fail15,851 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,851 miles
    Test number
    900435937240
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteWipers deteriorating

  28. Pass15,851 miles (+4,573)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    15,851 miles
    Test number
    941255037297
    • NoteWipers deteriorating

  29. Pass11,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    11,278 miles
    Test number
    324423246482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail11,278 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,278 miles
    Test number
    324533246408
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about T12 FRD

Does T12 FRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T12 FRD is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T12 FRD?
The MOT on T12 FRD is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T12 FRD done?
T12 FRD was recorded at 114,511 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 5,230 miles a year.
Has T12 FRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 FRD has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T12 FRD 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 T12 FRD find?
T12 FRD passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; offside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 1 more.

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