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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

V5 GLVMOT history

V5 GLV is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 25 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 86,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
86,314 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 GLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 GLV was last recorded at 86,314 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,113 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
201 miles
Average per year
3,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,314 miles
  • 2025 – 86,113 miles
  • 2024 – 85,679 miles
  • 2015 – 78,182 miles
  • 2014 – 68,759 miles
  • 2012 – 62,918 miles
  • 2011 – 57,483 miles
  • 2010 – 52,507 miles
  • 2009 – 46,568 miles
  • 2008 – 39,850 miles
  • 2007 – 31,762 miles
  • 2006 – 23,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,314 miles
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,314 miles (+201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    86,314 miles
    Test number
    380118953464
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass86,113 miles (+434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,113 miles
    Test number
    351909548121
    • AdvisoryHandbrake just met requirements

  3. Pass85,679 miles (+7,497)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,679 miles
    Test number
    728674225410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass78,182 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,182 miles
    Test number
    297385275163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  5. Fail78,182 miles (+9,423)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,182 miles
    Test number
    218845975104
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass68,759 miles (+1,537)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,759 miles
    Test number
    945825874176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,222 miles
    Test number
    106550454068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,222 miles (+4,304)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,222 miles
    Test number
    428287034000
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Fail62,918 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,918 miles
    Test number
    565393432299
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTyre warning light on

  10. Pass62,918 miles (+5,435)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,918 miles
    Test number
    978303932259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTyre warning light on

  11. Pass57,483 miles (+4,976)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,483 miles
    Test number
    368376891151
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  12. Pass52,507 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,507 miles
    Test number
    453268200246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail52,446 miles (+5,878)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,446 miles
    Test number
    770583000277
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass46,568 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,568 miles
    Test number
    232065219208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,515 miles (+6,665)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,515 miles
    Test number
    251230119277
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass39,850 miles (+8,088)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,850 miles
    Test number
    973641018281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,762 miles (+7,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,762 miles
    Test number
    692820087172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass23,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,856 miles
    Test number
    704197156125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 GLV

Does V5 GLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 GLV is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 GLV?
The MOT on V5 GLV is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 GLV done?
V5 GLV was recorded at 86,314 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 3,104 miles a year.
Has V5 GLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 GLV has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2015.
Has the mileage on V5 GLV 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 GLV find?
V5 GLV passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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