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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

T8 MXDMOT history

T8 MXD is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 166,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
166,670 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 MXD
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
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 MXD was last recorded at 166,670 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,658 miles · 30 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
7,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,670 miles
  • 2025 – 162,701 miles
  • 2024 – 156,582 miles
  • 2023 – 150,494 miles
  • 2022 – 143,667 miles
  • 2021 – 134,764 miles
  • 2019 – 130,737 miles
  • 2018 – 125,809 miles
  • 2017 – 120,204 miles
  • 2016 – 118,085 miles
  • 2015 – 111,585 miles
  • 2014 – 105,259 miles
  • 2013 – 85,992 miles
  • 2012 – 74,793 miles
  • 2011 – 74,583 miles
  • 2010 – 57,997 miles
  • 2009 – 44,509 miles
  • 2008 – 29,917 miles
  • 2007 – 19,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,670 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front door difficult to open
  • AdvisoryOffside Front h.lamp slight moisture
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated close to rubbing on wheel also (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and arms corroded

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 13 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,670 miles (+12)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    166,670 miles
    Test number
    800025427141
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door difficult to open
    • AdvisoryOffside Front h.lamp slight moisture
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated close to rubbing on wheel also (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and arms corroded

  2. Fail166,658 miles (+3,957)2 dangerous7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,658 miles
    Test number
    451529517993
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective excessively cracked (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp full of moisture (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened rubber top mount cracked (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened rubber top mount cracked (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms and subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers door difficult to open from outside

  3. Pass162,701 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    162,701 miles
    Test number
    248353015568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail162,689 miles (+6,107)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,689 miles
    Test number
    871017879176
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass156,582 miles (+6,088)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    156,582 miles
    Test number
    409911507893
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass150,494 miles (+6,827)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    150,494 miles
    Test number
    851033823016
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,667 miles (+8,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    143,667 miles
    Test number
    114108905470
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass134,764 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    134,764 miles
    Test number
    676734693764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail134,764 miles (+4,027)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,764 miles
    Test number
    125981415792
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass130,737 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    130,737 miles
    Test number
    167325907765
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail130,705 miles (+4,896)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,705 miles
    Test number
    422552888592
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass125,809 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    125,809 miles
    Test number
    104158321744
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust joint studs and nuts badly corroded
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

  13. Fail125,807 miles (+3,099)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,807 miles
    Test number
    932235950198
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust joint studs and nuts badly corroded
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

  14. Pass122,708 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,708 miles
    Test number
    184915572066
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing

  15. Fail122,700 miles (+2,496)2 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,700 miles
    Test number
    688423455786
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed both rear (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake binding both sides (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake caliper spring missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre badly splitting
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing

  16. Pass120,204 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    120,204 miles
    Test number
    956427236529
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryAdvise attention to servo pipe deformed

  17. Fail120,203 miles (+2,118)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,203 miles
    Test number
    960153194875
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryAdvise attention to servo pipe deformed

  18. Pass118,085 miles (+6,500)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    118,085 miles
    Test number
    394583095314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,585 miles (+6,326)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    111,585 miles
    Test number
    349150145134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner sidewall damaged (not to cords)

  20. Pass105,259 miles (+19,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,259 miles
    Test number
    845654954132
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  21. Pass85,992 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,992 miles
    Test number
    736111063093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail85,977 miles (+11,184)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,977 miles
    Test number
    697320263011
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass74,793 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    74,793 miles
    Test number
    475480062035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    74,583 miles
    Test number
    996196711261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail74,583 miles (+16,586)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,583 miles
    Test number
    809804011232
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass57,997 miles (+13,488)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    57,997 miles
    Test number
    263448980107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront Discs Wearing
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre Wearing On Edges
    • NoteSlight Play In Steering Column U/J
    • NoteWindscreen Chipped

  27. Fail44,509 miles1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,509 miles
    Test number
    443222629316
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre Wall Damaged Slightly
    • NoteSlight Chips To Windscreen

  28. Pass44,509 miles (+3,951)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,509 miles
    Test number
    593132629372
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre Wall Damaged Slightly
    • NoteSlight Chips To Windscreen

  29. Pass40,558 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,558 miles
    Test number
    381224799131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Fail40,558 miles (+10,641)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,558 miles
    Test number
    802561899172
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass29,917 miles (+10,695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,917 miles
    Test number
    193132298169
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Fail19,222 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,222 miles
    Test number
    201334097401
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass19,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,222 miles
    Test number
    280044097480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 MXD

Does T8 MXD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 MXD is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 MXD?
The MOT on T8 MXD is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 MXD done?
T8 MXD was recorded at 166,670 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 7,705 miles a year.
Has T8 MXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 MXD has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 MXD 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 T8 MXD find?
T8 MXD passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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