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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 2,979 cc

V30 DCTMOT history

V30 DCT is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 10 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 102,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

V30 DCT grey BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
102,499 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V30 DCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
10 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V30 DCT was last recorded at 102,499 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 2,189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,310 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,189 miles
Average per year
5,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,499 miles
  • 2024 – 100,310 miles
  • 2023 – 98,758 miles
  • 2022 – 97,086 miles
  • 2021 – 94,076 miles
  • 2020 – 91,012 miles
  • 2019 – 86,432 miles
  • 2018 – 80,273 miles
  • 2017 – 74,712 miles
  • 2016 – 62,297 miles
  • 2015 – 50,978 miles
  • 2014 – 43,614 miles
  • 2013 – 36,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,499 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front disc backing plate loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front disc backing plate loose
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,499 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    102,499 miles
    Test number
    198135257281
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front disc backing plate loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front disc backing plate loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail102,499 miles (+2,189)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,499 miles
    Test number
    833455631905
    • MajorNearside Front Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass100,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    100,310 miles
    Test number
    958244304102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,307 miles (+1,549)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,307 miles
    Test number
    123201662052
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass98,758 miles (+1,672)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    98,758 miles
    Test number
    538761102883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,086 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    97,086 miles
    Test number
    165023032884
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension warning lights on.

  7. Fail97,072 miles (+2,996)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,072 miles
    Test number
    306237499555
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass94,076 miles (+3,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,076 miles
    Test number
    159021579065
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass91,012 miles (+4,580)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,012 miles
    Test number
    479652792737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,432 miles (+6,159)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,432 miles
    Test number
    970348926392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,273 miles (+5,561)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,273 miles
    Test number
    739610792761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,712 miles (+12,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    74,712 miles
    Test number
    357735200169
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted obscuring some components

  13. Pass62,297 miles (+11,319)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    62,297 miles
    Test number
    447137994354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,978 miles (+7,364)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    50,978 miles
    Test number
    566858474393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,614 miles (+7,118)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    43,614 miles
    Test number
    707838204382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    36,496 miles
    Test number
    376091133393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V30 DCT

Does V30 DCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V30 DCT is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V30 DCT?
The MOT on V30 DCT is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V30 DCT done?
V30 DCT was recorded at 102,499 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 5,512 miles a year.
Has V30 DCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V30 DCT has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V30 DCT 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 V30 DCT find?
V30 DCT passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushing; nearside front disc backing plate loose, and 5 more.

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