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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

Y15 SUNMOT history

Y15 SUN is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 27 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2026
Mileage
72,930 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 SUN
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
27 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2026
Latest MOT test
12 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y15 SUN was last recorded at 72,930 miles on 12 May 2025, 1,955 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,975 miles · 9 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,955 miles
Average per year
3,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,930 miles
  • 2024 – 70,975 miles
  • 2023 – 64,251 miles
  • 2022 – 63,080 miles
  • 2021 – 61,214 miles
  • 2019 – 55,588 miles
  • 2018 – 50,952 miles
  • 2017 – 41,433 miles
  • 2016 – 41,047 miles
  • 2015 – 40,751 miles
  • 2014 – 39,686 miles
  • 2013 – 35,869 miles
  • 2012 – 33,060 miles
  • 2011 – 28,534 miles
  • 2010 – 25,929 miles
  • 2009 – 24,116 miles
  • 2008 – 22,970 miles
  • 2007 – 20,176 miles
  • 2006 – 15,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,930 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryEngine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,930 miles (+1,955)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    72,930 miles
    Test number
    781963144717
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system.

  2. Pass70,975 miles (+56)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    70,975 miles
    Test number
    601611064487
    • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system.

  3. Fail70,919 miles (+6,668)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,919 miles
    Test number
    120918350586
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system.

  4. Pass64,251 miles (+1,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    64,251 miles
    Test number
    670315518112
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under body covers fitted

  5. Pass63,080 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    63,080 miles
    Test number
    746254576857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,214 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    61,214 miles
    Test number
    576847295803
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail61,214 miles (+5,626)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,214 miles
    Test number
    920308164807
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass55,588 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,588 miles
    Test number
    491636437674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail55,587 miles (+4,635)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,587 miles
    Test number
    140016676386
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass50,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,952 miles
    Test number
    562825928595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,952 miles (+9,519)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,952 miles
    Test number
    295574182621
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass41,433 miles (+386)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,433 miles
    Test number
    704498942599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,047 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,047 miles
    Test number
    305883313042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,751 miles (+1,065)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    40,751 miles
    Test number
    285288085448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,686 miles (+3,817)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    39,686 miles
    Test number
    159897404265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,869 miles (+2,809)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,869 miles
    Test number
    706034413264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,060 miles (+4,526)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,060 miles
    Test number
    778327012201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,534 miles (+2,605)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    28,534 miles
    Test number
    329130401234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,929 miles (+1,813)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,929 miles
    Test number
    304544900436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,116 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,116 miles
    Test number
    154033209250
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

  21. Pass24,116 miles (+1,146)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,116 miles
    Test number
    983143909240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,970 miles
    Test number
    553345018332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,970 miles (+2,794)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,970 miles
    Test number
    783495018337
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  24. Pass20,176 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    20,176 miles
    Test number
    124922737388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail20,169 miles (+4,701)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,169 miles
    Test number
    871091137326
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  26. Pass15,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    15,468 miles
    Test number
    212191636331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y15 SUN

Does Y15 SUN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y15 SUN expired on 11 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y15 SUN?
The MOT on Y15 SUN expired on 11 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y15 SUN done?
Y15 SUN was recorded at 72,930 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2025, an average of 3,113 miles a year.
Has Y15 SUN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 SUN has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y15 SUN 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 Y15 SUN find?
Y15 SUN passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2025 with 5 advisories: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.; engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components., and 2 more.

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