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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

VLG 735MOT history

VLG 735 is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 29 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 89,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
89,667 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VLG 735
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VLG 735 was last recorded at 89,667 miles on 18 May 2026, 788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2023: 86,671 miles, lower than 96,147 miles on 26 May 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
88,879 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
788 miles
Average per year
2,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,667 miles
  • 2025 – 88,879 miles
  • 2024 – 87,770 miles
  • 2023 – 86,671 miles
  • 2022 – 96,147 miles
  • 2021 – 84,853 miles
  • 2020 – 84,444 miles
  • 2019 – 83,378 miles
  • 2018 – 82,052 miles
  • 2017 – 80,222 miles
  • 2016 – 78,828 miles
  • 2015 – 78,364 miles
  • 2014 – 77,353 miles
  • 2013 – 76,820 miles
  • 2012 – 76,303 miles
  • 2011 – 74,729 miles
  • 2010 – 72,149 miles
  • 2009 – 68,456 miles
  • 2008 – 62,314 miles
  • 2007 – 55,161 miles
  • 2005 – 47,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,667 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Tpm light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,667 miles (+788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    89,667 miles
    Test number
    644979815009
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,879 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    88,879 miles
    Test number
    432755445544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a flat line

  3. Fail88,878 miles (+1,108)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,878 miles
    Test number
    957310996465
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a flat line
    • AdvisoryUnder try insource

  4. Pass87,770 miles (+1,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    87,770 miles
    Test number
    501064404693
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass86,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    86,671 miles
    Test number
    172127934408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,671 miles (-9,476)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,671 miles
    Test number
    101386598223
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Pass96,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    96,147 miles
    Test number
    780799159058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,147 miles (+11,294)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,147 miles
    Test number
    528029180588
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  9. Pass84,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    84,853 miles
    Test number
    166774676464
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail84,853 miles (+409)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,853 miles
    Test number
    896728950266
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass84,444 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    84,444 miles
    Test number
    142207322364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpm light on

  12. Fail84,444 miles (+1,066)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,444 miles
    Test number
    155853260722
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpm light on

  13. Pass83,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    83,378 miles
    Test number
    986198898767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail83,378 miles (+1,326)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,378 miles
    Test number
    577965279450
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass82,052 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,052 miles
    Test number
    297682471958
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Fail82,041 miles (+1,819)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,041 miles
    Test number
    807601941679
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass80,222 miles (+1,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,222 miles
    Test number
    851516473730
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass78,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,828 miles
    Test number
    233023444838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,828 miles (+464)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,828 miles
    Test number
    315650595832
    • FailureFront Ball joint has excessive play *2 (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leaking

  20. Pass78,364 miles (+1,011)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,364 miles
    Test number
    285714565120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,353 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,353 miles
    Test number
    289868554456
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail77,353 miles (+533)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,353 miles
    Test number
    459048954156
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass76,820 miles (+517)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    76,820 miles
    Test number
    268533773482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,303 miles (+1,574)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,303 miles
    Test number
    669089882169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,729 miles (+2,580)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,729 miles
    Test number
    525652581199
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyre slight worn on the inner edge
    • NoteTyre warning light on

  26. Pass72,149 miles (+3,693)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,149 miles
    Test number
    221740070126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass68,456 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    940220299160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass65,975 miles (+3,661)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,975 miles
    Test number
    812497519026
    • NoteAdvise front washers weak operation
    • NoteCover fitted to vehicle
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to the limit strong advise,strong advise inside tyre wear
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inside tyre wear

  29. Pass62,314 miles (+7,153)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    62,314 miles
    Test number
    141849318494
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre low tread close to the limit

  30. Pass55,161 miles (+7,704)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    55,161 miles
    Test number
    303654237092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  31. Pass47,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    47,457 miles
    Test number
    450560855439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VLG 735

What vehicle is registration VLG 735 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VLG 735 on a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 29 Jul 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VLG 735 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VLG 735 is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on VLG 735?
The MOT on VLG 735 is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VLG 735 done?
VLG 735 was recorded at 89,667 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 2,067 miles a year.
Has VLG 735 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VLG 735 has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on VLG 735 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on VLG 735 find?
VLG 735 passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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