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BMW Z4

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

Y3 SDPMOT history

Y3 SDP is a blue petrol BMW Z4 first used on 21 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 78,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

Y3 SDP blue BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2025
Mileage
78,304 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 SDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y3 SDP was last recorded at 78,304 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Feb 2011: 37,319 miles, lower than 42,660 miles on 10 Dec 2009.

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
78,120 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
184 miles
Average per year
2,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,304 miles
  • 2025 – 78,120 miles
  • 2024 – 75,671 miles
  • 2023 – 73,767 miles
  • 2022 – 73,194 miles
  • 2021 – 72,193 miles
  • 2020 – 70,298 miles
  • 2019 – 67,772 miles
  • 2018 – 63,189 miles
  • 2017 – 59,393 miles
  • 2016 – 51,342 miles
  • 2015 – 48,987 miles
  • 2014 – 44,987 miles
  • 2013 – 43,432 miles
  • 2012 – 40,848 miles
  • 2011 – 37,513 miles
  • 2009 – 42,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail78,304 miles
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension, Steering & Under body showing general age related surface corrosion

What MOT failures 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail78,304 miles (+184)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,304 miles
    Test number
    666909022589
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension, Steering & Under body showing general age related surface corrosion

  2. Fail78,120 miles (+2,449)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,120 miles
    Test number
    208625844250
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both front and rear. (0.1 (d))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass75,671 miles (+1,904)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,671 miles
    Test number
    489406541311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,767 miles (+573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    73,767 miles
    Test number
    961772055668
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass73,194 miles (+1,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,194 miles
    Test number
    430879149571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,193 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    72,193 miles
    Test number
    636072191339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,298 miles (+2,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    70,298 miles
    Test number
    677610604157
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass67,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    67,772 miles
    Test number
    336907328898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,722 miles (+4,533)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,722 miles
    Test number
    326835422032
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pad loose on backing plate (1.1.13 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  10. Pass63,189 miles (+3,796)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,189 miles
    Test number
    920543140659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,393 miles (+8,051)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,393 miles
    Test number
    376052242560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,342 miles (+2,355)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,342 miles
    Test number
    888381020622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,987 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,987 miles
    Test number
    835749685056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,987 miles (+1,555)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,987 miles
    Test number
    209798974050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,432 miles (+2,584)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,432 miles
    Test number
    146959773403
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass40,848 miles (+3,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,848 miles
    Test number
    446394592015
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass37,513 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,513 miles
    Test number
    379754421499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,319 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,319 miles
    Test number
    186544431459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail37,319 miles (-5,341)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,319 miles
    Test number
    267914431023
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass42,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    42,660 miles
    Test number
    713274749305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 SDP

Does Y3 SDP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y3 SDP expired on 26 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y3 SDP?
The MOT on Y3 SDP expired on 26 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y3 SDP done?
Y3 SDP was recorded at 78,304 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 2,158 miles a year.
Has Y3 SDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 SDP has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y3 SDP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Feb 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y3 SDP find?
Y3 SDP failed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 2 major defects and 4 advisories: front brakes imbalanced across an axle; front service brake lagging in operation; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 3 more.

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