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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

Y26 EJKMOT history

Y26 EJK is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 14 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 133,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2026.

Y26 EJK black BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
133,292 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y26 EJK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y26 EJK was last recorded at 133,292 miles on 6 Apr 2026, 201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,091 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
201 miles
Average per year
6,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,292 miles
  • 2025 – 125,982 miles
  • 2024 – 125,895 miles
  • 2023 – 123,450 miles
  • 2022 – 121,921 miles
  • 2021 – 117,997 miles
  • 2020 – 115,663 miles
  • 2019 – 104,211 miles
  • 2018 – 87,826 miles
  • 2017 – 84,101 miles
  • 2016 – 79,477 miles
  • 2015 – 75,582 miles
  • 2013 – 70,917 miles
  • 2012 – 58,445 miles
  • 2011 – 48,342 miles
  • 2010 – 39,417 miles
  • 2008 – 26,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,292 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,292 miles (+201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    133,292 miles
    Test number
    800564102381
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail133,091 miles (+7,109)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,091 miles
    Test number
    101973086122
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,982 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    125,982 miles
    Test number
    557835429127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,895 miles (+2,445)6 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,895 miles
    Test number
    703595303874
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Internal structure visible (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Internal structure visible (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,450 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    123,450 miles
    Test number
    734537784525
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail123,450 miles (+1,529)1 repaired4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,450 miles
    Test number
    187965803803
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass121,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    121,921 miles
    Test number
    599548713144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

  8. Fail121,921 miles (+3,924)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,921 miles
    Test number
    594780391277
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass117,997 miles (+2,334)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    117,997 miles
    Test number
    857824552026
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass115,663 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,663 miles
    Test number
    807153697655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail115,649 miles (+11,438)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,649 miles
    Test number
    171684898842
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on supension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass104,211 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,211 miles
    Test number
    122250552961
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has limited reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail104,209 miles (+16,383)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,209 miles
    Test number
    631649998324
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has limited reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass87,826 miles (+3,725)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    87,826 miles
    Test number
    529697442280
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (rear) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front, both rear (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass84,101 miles (+4,624)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    84,101 miles
    Test number
    493048384616
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear drive shaft inner joint one of the bolts broken advise replace broken bolt

  16. Pass79,477 miles (+3,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    79,477 miles
    Test number
    373565081549
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin

  17. Pass75,582 miles (+4,665)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,582 miles
    Test number
    649141625035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  18. Pass70,917 miles (+5,336)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    70,917 miles
    Test number
    126535653338
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  19. Pass65,581 miles (+7,136)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,581 miles
    Test number
    169790913481
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket fractured
    • NoteSlight wear on rear disc

  20. Pass58,445 miles (+10,103)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    58,445 miles
    Test number
    166888512452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,342 miles (+8,925)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,342 miles
    Test number
    267562661034
    • NoteFont pads very low
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroded

  22. Pass39,417 miles (+13,304)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,417 miles
    Test number
    590742880047
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass26,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,113 miles
    Test number
    160769958120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y26 EJK

Does Y26 EJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y26 EJK is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y26 EJK?
The MOT on Y26 EJK is valid until 5 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y26 EJK done?
Y26 EJK was recorded at 133,292 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2026, an average of 6,012 miles a year.
Has Y26 EJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y26 EJK has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y26 EJK 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 Y26 EJK find?
Y26 EJK passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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