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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 2,497 cc

V55 PDAMOT history

V55 PDA is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 1 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 78,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

V55 PDA black BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,699 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V55 PDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V55 PDA was last recorded at 78,699 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 1,163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,536 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,163 miles
Average per year
4,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,699 miles
  • 2025 – 77,536 miles
  • 2024 – 76,284 miles
  • 2023 – 74,627 miles
  • 2022 – 72,691 miles
  • 2021 – 70,506 miles
  • 2019 – 70,498 miles
  • 2018 – 64,716 miles
  • 2017 – 56,537 miles
  • 2016 – 46,617 miles
  • 2015 – 39,853 miles
  • 2014 – 32,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,699 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn outside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn outside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • O/s running light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,699 miles (+1,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,699 miles
    Test number
    958788739901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn outside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn outside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass77,536 miles (+1,252)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    77,536 miles
    Test number
    204525258380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    76,284 miles
    Test number
    610536476004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,284 miles (+1,657)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,284 miles
    Test number
    476886307427
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  5. Pass74,627 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    74,627 miles
    Test number
    707231135115
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail74,627 miles (+1,936)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,627 miles
    Test number
    296545622346
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass72,691 miles (+2,185)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,691 miles
    Test number
    406143085313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,506 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    70,506 miles
    Test number
    416624359655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,498 miles (+5,782)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,498 miles
    Test number
    547772036788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,716 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    64,716 miles
    Test number
    294512191664
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s running light
  11. Fail64,716 miles (+8,179)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,716 miles
    Test number
    954033985194
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s running light
  12. Pass56,537 miles (+9,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,537 miles
    Test number
    469104093929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass46,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,617 miles
    Test number
    985119831014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,617 miles (+6,764)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,617 miles
    Test number
    627948911999
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
  15. Pass39,853 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,853 miles
    Test number
    218774447314
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail39,853 miles (+7,667)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,853 miles
    Test number
    237277275954
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass32,186 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    32,186 miles
    Test number
    629780944229
    • NoteFront tyres worn onouter edge
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edge

Questions about V55 PDA

Does V55 PDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V55 PDA is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V55 PDA?
The MOT on V55 PDA is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V55 PDA done?
V55 PDA was recorded at 78,699 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 4,071 miles a year.
Has V55 PDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V55 PDA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V55 PDA 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 V55 PDA find?
V55 PDA passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn outside face; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn outside face.

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