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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,996 cc

T5 BUCMOT history

T5 BUC is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 21 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 44,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2023
Mileage
44,552 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 BUC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 BUC was last recorded at 44,552 miles on 14 Dec 2022, 262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,290 miles · 8 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
262 miles
Average per year
1,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 44,552 miles
  • 2021 – 44,290 miles
  • 2020 – 43,913 miles
  • 2019 – 43,845 miles
  • 2018 – 43,197 miles
  • 2017 – 42,884 miles
  • 2016 – 42,418 miles
  • 2015 – 41,652 miles
  • 2014 – 40,914 miles
  • 2013 – 38,446 miles
  • 2012 – 33,781 miles
  • 2011 – 30,057 miles
  • 2010 – 28,702 miles
  • 2009 – 24,649 miles
  • 2008 – 21,607 miles
  • 2007 – 17,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,552 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both side

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass44,552 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    44,552 miles
    Test number
    663890284439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass44,290 miles (+377)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    44,290 miles
    Test number
    502498977241
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass43,913 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    43,913 miles
    Test number
    711358786589
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail43,912 miles (+67)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,912 miles
    Test number
    172773989964
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass43,845 miles (+648)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,845 miles
    Test number
    519515137311
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass43,197 miles (+313)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    43,197 miles
    Test number
    100845963338
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass42,884 miles (+466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    42,884 miles
    Test number
    427852838014
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both side LENS. (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass42,418 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,418 miles
    Test number
    669266726316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    41,652 miles
    Test number
    167132191177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail41,652 miles (+738)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,652 miles
    Test number
    244667713695
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

  11. Pass40,914 miles (+2,468)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,914 miles
    Test number
    238023554295
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge.

  12. Pass38,446 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    38,446 miles
    Test number
    985112553269
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inner edge.

  13. Fail38,446 miles (+4,665)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,446 miles
    Test number
    769467643268
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inner edge.

  14. Pass33,781 miles (+3,724)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,781 miles
    Test number
    569388142297
    • 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)
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low.

  15. Pass30,057 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,057 miles
    Test number
    437203241286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,702 miles (+4,053)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    28,702 miles
    Test number
    712092900284
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges of tread
    • NoteFront wheel alignment should be checked / adjusted

  17. Pass24,649 miles (+3,042)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,649 miles
    Test number
    861247439059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,607 miles (+3,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    21,607 miles
    Test number
    524313248064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass17,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    17,800 miles
    Test number
    952600637068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 BUC

Does T5 BUC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T5 BUC expired on 13 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T5 BUC?
The MOT on T5 BUC expired on 13 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T5 BUC done?
T5 BUC was recorded at 44,552 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2022, an average of 1,686 miles a year.
Has T5 BUC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 BUC has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T5 BUC 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 T5 BUC find?
T5 BUC passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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