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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,996 cc

V16 WADMOT history

V16 WAD is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 1 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 76,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

V16 WAD grey BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,476 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V16 WAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V16 WAD was last recorded at 76,476 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,476 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,476 miles
  • 2025 – 75,154 miles
  • 2024 – 71,575 miles
  • 2023 – 66,755 miles
  • 2022 – 62,975 miles
  • 2021 – 57,965 miles
  • 2019 – 54,026 miles
  • 2018 – 50,189 miles
  • 2017 – 46,830 miles
  • 2016 – 43,518 miles
  • 2015 – 41,309 miles
  • 2014 – 39,439 miles
  • 2013 – 37,599 miles
  • 2012 – 37,319 miles
  • 2011 – 36,247 miles
  • 2010 – 34,146 miles
  • 2009 – 31,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,476 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,476 miles
    Test number
    630609933454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail76,476 miles (+1,322)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,476 miles
    Test number
    461329870596
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords due to large nail (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass75,154 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    75,154 miles
    Test number
    120433646340
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail75,154 miles (+3,579)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,154 miles
    Test number
    657977259052
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass71,575 miles (+4,820)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    71,575 miles
    Test number
    120125607606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,755 miles (+3,780)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    66,755 miles
    Test number
    774314817565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,975 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,975 miles
    Test number
    985023140606
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail62,967 miles (+5,002)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,967 miles
    Test number
    434972098459
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass57,965 miles (+3,939)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,965 miles
    Test number
    817963053701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,026 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,026 miles
    Test number
    649173105411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,024 miles (+3,835)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,024 miles
    Test number
    139854197128
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass50,189 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,189 miles
    Test number
    438414120010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail50,161 miles (+3,331)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,161 miles
    Test number
    880146546552
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded long (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded long (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass46,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    273539786282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,830 miles (+3,312)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    781929221926
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass43,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    43,518 miles
    Test number
    100401867632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,518 miles (+2,209)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,518 miles
    Test number
    843645351056
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass41,309 miles (+1,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,309 miles
    Test number
    497404385101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass39,439 miles (+1,840)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,439 miles
    Test number
    425312984158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to crack

  20. Pass37,599 miles (+280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,599 miles
    Test number
    388959583154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass37,319 miles (+1,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,319 miles
    Test number
    967326982110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass36,247 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,247 miles
    Test number
    649872691125
    • NoteFront aloy plate slightly damaged

  23. Fail36,243 miles (+2,097)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,243 miles
    Test number
    228832391143
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront aloy plate slightly damaged

  24. Pass34,146 miles (+3,097)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,146 miles
    Test number
    500176170104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,049 miles
    Test number
    372530689155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V16 WAD

Does V16 WAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V16 WAD is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V16 WAD?
The MOT on V16 WAD is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V16 WAD done?
V16 WAD was recorded at 76,476 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 2,705 miles a year.
Has V16 WAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V16 WAD has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V16 WAD 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 V16 WAD find?
V16 WAD passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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