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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

Y26 TGHMOT history

Y26 TGH is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 24 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 98,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

Y26 TGH grey BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
98,271 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y26 TGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y26 TGH was last recorded at 98,271 miles on 13 May 2026, 5,523 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,748 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,523 miles
Average per year
4,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,271 miles
  • 2025 – 92,748 miles
  • 2024 – 87,903 miles
  • 2023 – 84,213 miles
  • 2022 – 79,823 miles
  • 2021 – 77,596 miles
  • 2020 – 74,668 miles
  • 2019 – 68,791 miles
  • 2018 – 62,241 miles
  • 2017 – 60,129 miles
  • 2016 – 57,214 miles
  • 2015 – 53,336 miles
  • 2012 – 39,558 miles
  • 2011 – 30,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,271 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

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 Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,271 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    98,271 miles
    Test number
    621627940016
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  2. Fail98,271 miles (+5,523)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,271 miles
    Test number
    110381061863
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  3. Pass92,748 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    92,748 miles
    Test number
    425706338938
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp when stop light operates (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  4. Fail92,748 miles (+4,845)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,748 miles
    Test number
    285354943636
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp when stop light operates (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  5. Pass87,903 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    87,903 miles
    Test number
    114157949072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  6. Fail87,902 miles (+3,689)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,902 miles
    Test number
    332270048878
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  7. Pass84,213 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    84,213 miles
    Test number
    459203631034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail84,213 miles (+4,390)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,213 miles
    Test number
    843442584246
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass79,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,823 miles
    Test number
    777354868838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,823 miles (+2,227)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,823 miles
    Test number
    140841697972
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  11. Pass77,596 miles (+2,928)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,596 miles
    Test number
    347160650831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    74,668 miles
    Test number
    594068526692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,668 miles (+5,877)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,668 miles
    Test number
    555968037716
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pads low o/s/r advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake slack adjuster has restricted free movement front caliper has restricted o/s/f (1.1.15 (e))
  14. Pass68,791 miles (+6,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    68,791 miles
    Test number
    902860775529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  15. Pass62,241 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,241 miles
    Test number
    745752419608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail62,239 miles (+2,110)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,239 miles
    Test number
    600460488277
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass60,129 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,129 miles
    Test number
    218441040222
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished & cracking in treads
  18. Fail60,129 miles (+2,915)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,129 miles
    Test number
    939913923556
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished & cracking in treads
  19. Pass57,214 miles (+3,878)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,214 miles
    Test number
    429696404224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,336 miles (+13,778)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,336 miles
    Test number
    309478515110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,558 miles (+9,520)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,558 miles
    Test number
    288222572161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,038 miles
    Test number
    716425961122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,038 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,038 miles
    Test number
    876445961110
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about Y26 TGH

Does Y26 TGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y26 TGH is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y26 TGH?
The MOT on Y26 TGH is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y26 TGH done?
Y26 TGH was recorded at 98,271 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 4,575 miles a year.
Has Y26 TGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y26 TGH has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y26 TGH 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 TGH find?
Y26 TGH passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear nail in tyre.

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