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BMW Z4

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

T20 RDEMOT history

T20 RDE is a silver petrol BMW Z4 first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 144,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
144,428 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,542 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 RDE
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 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 RDE was last recorded at 144,428 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,428 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,542 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,428 miles
  • 2024 – 138,932 miles
  • 2023 – 135,554 miles
  • 2022 – 132,484 miles
  • 2021 – 132,449 miles
  • 2020 – 125,750 miles
  • 2019 – 112,697 miles
  • 2018 – 98,953 miles
  • 2017 – 84,866 miles
  • 2015 – 72,271 miles
  • 2014 – 45,873 miles
  • 2013 – 42,814 miles
  • 2012 – 37,096 miles
  • 2010 – 34,010 miles
  • 2009 – 29,226 miles
  • 2008 – 27,398 miles
  • 2007 – 23,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,428 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive On engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,428 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    144,428 miles
    Test number
    327886194769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive On engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail144,428 miles (+5,496)1 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,428 miles
    Test number
    875273165062
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass138,932 miles (+3,378)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    138,932 miles
    Test number
    428316781767
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass135,554 miles (+3,070)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    135,554 miles
    Test number
    897410069808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass132,484 miles (+35)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    132,484 miles
    Test number
    511561092491
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass132,449 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    132,449 miles
    Test number
    798019420790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail132,448 miles (+6,698)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,448 miles
    Test number
    960054587631
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225-40-18 avon (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  8. Pass125,750 miles (+13,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,750 miles
    Test number
    340256327970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass112,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    112,697 miles
    Test number
    621967709258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,697 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    112,697 miles
    Test number
    330952797256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Fail112,697 miles (+13,744)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,697 miles
    Test number
    280521201151
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass98,953 miles (+14,087)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    98,953 miles
    Test number
    146136501845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,866 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    84,866 miles
    Test number
    770447546936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Fail84,865 miles (+12,594)8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,865 miles
    Test number
    530988903876
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush rear (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush rear (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass72,271 miles (+14,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,271 miles
    Test number
    598396458986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass57,950 miles (+12,077)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    57,950 miles
    Test number
    539182105037
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail45,873 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,873 miles
    Test number
    199798304057
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  18. Pass45,873 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,873 miles
    Test number
    856748004097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,814 miles (+5,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,814 miles
    Test number
    977390263017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass37,096 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,096 miles
    Test number
    576250642010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,010 miles (+4,784)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,010 miles
    Test number
    540820450277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,226 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,226 miles
    Test number
    701013459299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,224 miles (+1,826)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,224 miles
    Test number
    722622359222
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  24. Pass27,398 miles (+4,175)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,398 miles
    Test number
    611019858214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,223 miles
    Test number
    114377257229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T20 RDE

Does T20 RDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 RDE is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 RDE?
The MOT on T20 RDE is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 RDE done?
T20 RDE was recorded at 144,428 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 6,542 miles a year.
Has T20 RDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 RDE has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T20 RDE 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 T20 RDE find?
T20 RDE passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs; oil leak, but not excessive on engine; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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