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BMW Z4

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

T500 ALPMOT history

T500 ALP is a silver petrol BMW Z4 first used on 8 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 85,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
85,468 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,687 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 ALP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 ALP was last recorded at 85,468 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 808 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,660 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
808 miles
Average per year
3,687 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,468 miles
  • 2025 – 83,231 miles
  • 2024 – 80,256 miles
  • 2023 – 75,108 miles
  • 2022 – 70,191 miles
  • 2021 – 63,043 miles
  • 2020 – 57,400 miles
  • 2019 – 54,675 miles
  • 2018 – 50,613 miles
  • 2017 – 49,539 miles
  • 2016 – 48,454 miles
  • 2015 – 44,921 miles
  • 2014 – 39,233 miles
  • 2013 – 32,628 miles
  • 2012 – 30,501 miles
  • 2011 – 28,061 miles
  • 2010 – 25,110 miles
  • 2009 – 21,717 miles
  • 2008 – 17,751 miles
  • 2007 – 13,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,468 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 28 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,468 miles (+808)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    85,468 miles
    Test number
    846118952459
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass84,660 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    84,660 miles
    Test number
    800183201012
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail84,660 miles (+1,429)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,660 miles
    Test number
    377524697606
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass83,231 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    83,231 miles
    Test number
    960609492883
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close to tread markers (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail83,228 miles (+2,972)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,228 miles
    Test number
    682571653834
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded a cross to n/s joint (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass80,256 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    80,256 miles
    Test number
    729615787008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail80,254 miles (+21)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,254 miles
    Test number
    910119491047
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail80,233 miles (+5,125)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,233 miles
    Test number
    330555115790
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,108 miles (+4,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    75,108 miles
    Test number
    605465751861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass70,191 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,191 miles
    Test number
    382229784489
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail70,191 miles (+7,148)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,191 miles
    Test number
    524519486389
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass63,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,043 miles
    Test number
    750947200208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear spring clip missing from caliper
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail63,043 miles (+5,643)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,043 miles
    Test number
    159193783736
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear spring clip missing from caliper
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass57,400 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,400 miles
    Test number
    231016022856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,355 miles (+2,680)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,355 miles
    Test number
    332471941031
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass54,675 miles (+4,062)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    54,675 miles
    Test number
    214591574752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,613 miles (+1,074)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,613 miles
    Test number
    346615553200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,539 miles (+1,085)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    49,539 miles
    Test number
    363137871557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,454 miles
    Test number
    602746176685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,454 miles (+3,533)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,454 miles
    Test number
    969823175976
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass44,921 miles (+5,688)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,921 miles
    Test number
    245581995116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,233 miles (+1,547)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,233 miles
    Test number
    709805394166
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass37,686 miles (+5,058)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,686 miles
    Test number
    889042624034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass32,628 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,628 miles
    Test number
    345290453092
    • NoteSteering wheel making clicking noise when rotated

  25. Fail32,615 miles (+2,114)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,615 miles
    Test number
    226749843007
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteSteering wheel making clicking noise when rotated

  26. Pass30,501 miles (+2,440)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    30,501 miles
    Test number
    669593602192
    • NoteNsr tyre worn on inner edge
    • NotePlastic covers fitted

  27. Pass28,061 miles (+2,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,061 miles
    Test number
    817808801159
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass25,110 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    25,110 miles
    Test number
    263104610470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,717 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    21,717 miles
    Test number
    933382819123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail21,617 miles (+3,866)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,617 miles
    Test number
    570797609194
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass17,751 miles (+3,765)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,751 miles
    Test number
    442466918189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass13,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    13,986 miles
    Test number
    170798417152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 ALP

Does T500 ALP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 ALP is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 ALP?
The MOT on T500 ALP is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 ALP done?
T500 ALP was recorded at 85,468 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 3,687 miles a year.
Has T500 ALP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 ALP has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 ALP 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 T500 ALP find?
T500 ALP passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy; offside headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy; rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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