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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

V5 DTHMOT history

V5 DTH is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 25 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 23 of 37 MOT tests, with 103,688 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
103,688 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
37
23 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 DTH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 DTH was last recorded at 103,688 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,674 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
4,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,688 miles
  • 2025 – 103,634 miles
  • 2023 – 103,617 miles
  • 2022 – 103,313 miles
  • 2021 – 102,802 miles
  • 2020 – 102,199 miles
  • 2019 – 101,717 miles
  • 2018 – 101,438 miles
  • 2017 – 101,371 miles
  • 2016 – 101,094 miles
  • 2015 – 100,949 miles
  • 2014 – 100,218 miles
  • 2013 – 99,027 miles
  • 2012 – 88,778 miles
  • 2011 – 76,428 miles
  • 2010 – 62,896 miles
  • 2009 – 46,079 miles
  • 2008 – 38,181 miles
  • 2007 – 31,639 miles
  • 2006 – 18,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,688 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing. (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

37 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,688 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    103,688 miles
    Test number
    531723819144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail103,674 miles (+40)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,674 miles
    Test number
    679555875391
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass103,634 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    103,634 miles
    Test number
    780802931626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail103,627 miles (+10)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,627 miles
    Test number
    371022162691
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,617 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    103,617 miles
    Test number
    898636252744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail103,602 miles (+289)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,602 miles
    Test number
    179024558601
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,313 miles (+511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,313 miles
    Test number
    308488546608
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively x2 (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass102,802 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,802 miles
    Test number
    127683815560
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust joints deteriorated/heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnknown warning lamp on

  9. Fail102,802 miles (+603)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,802 miles
    Test number
    118287935512
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust joints deteriorated/heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnknown warning lamp on

  10. Pass102,199 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,199 miles
    Test number
    714697556125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe lightly corroded

  11. Pass102,196 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    102,196 miles
    Test number
    330218961917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail102,196 miles (+6)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,196 miles
    Test number
    415644345446
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail102,190 miles (+473)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,190 miles
    Test number
    515822071540
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Inner D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Inner D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp on
    • AdvisoryUnknown warning lamp illuminated

  14. Pass101,717 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    101,717 miles
    Test number
    797185930746
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  15. Fail101,716 miles (+278)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,716 miles
    Test number
    927535456516
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  16. Pass101,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    101,438 miles
    Test number
    875966263231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,438 miles (+67)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,438 miles
    Test number
    980769030653
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  18. Pass101,371 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    101,371 miles
    Test number
    992482720623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass101,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    101,094 miles
    Test number
    201586978488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail101,094 miles (+145)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,094 miles
    Test number
    813955916593
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryE.M. light on

  21. Pass100,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    100,949 miles
    Test number
    885396995185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail100,949 miles (+731)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,949 miles
    Test number
    257316495103
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass100,218 miles (+1,191)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,218 miles
    Test number
    646712614210
    • NoteE.M. light on

  24. Pass99,027 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,027 miles
    Test number
    268101093451
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail99,027 miles (+10,249)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,027 miles
    Test number
    957791493181
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass88,778 miles (+12,350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    88,778 miles
    Test number
    618329982163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass76,428 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,428 miles
    Test number
    969495891114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail76,418 miles (+13,522)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,418 miles
    Test number
    916249471146
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass62,896 miles (+16,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,896 miles
    Test number
    943024280158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass46,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,079 miles
    Test number
    794086059156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail46,079 miles (+7,898)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,079 miles
    Test number
    673066359160
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront inner tyres worn

  32. Pass38,181 miles (+6,542)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,181 miles
    Test number
    434426458141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass31,639 miles (+247)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    31,639 miles
    Test number
    644000807386
    • NoteDents in r/h/f and r/h/r wheel rims
    • NoteExhaust heatshield damaged
    • NoteNot 100% clearing of wiper blades
    • NoteR/h/r tyre 2mm

  34. Pass31,392 miles (+4,543)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,392 miles
    Test number
    533369367292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass26,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,849 miles
    Test number
    844593907175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail26,849 miles (+8,816)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,849 miles
    Test number
    894482107128
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteA.both front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteA.centre of exhaust heat shield has slight damage
    • NoteA.o/s/f tyre has a chunck out of inner side wall not down to cord

  37. Pass18,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,033 miles
    Test number
    391956896015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 DTH

Does V5 DTH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 DTH is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 DTH?
The MOT on V5 DTH is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 DTH done?
V5 DTH was recorded at 103,688 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 4,206 miles a year.
Has V5 DTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 DTH has failed 14 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 DTH 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 V5 DTH find?
V5 DTH passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing.; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing, and 2 more.

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