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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

Y8 GRWMOT history

Y8 GRW is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 9 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 102,061 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Aug 2027
Mileage
102,061 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 GRW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 GRW was last recorded at 102,061 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 2,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,134 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,927 miles
Average per year
3,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,061 miles
  • 2025 – 99,134 miles
  • 2024 – 96,893 miles
  • 2023 – 95,750 miles
  • 2022 – 95,152 miles
  • 2021 – 93,957 miles
  • 2020 – 92,940 miles
  • 2019 – 90,842 miles
  • 2018 – 88,625 miles
  • 2017 – 86,535 miles
  • 2016 – 84,789 miles
  • 2015 – 83,634 miles
  • 2014 – 82,480 miles
  • 2013 – 76,063 miles
  • 2012 – 64,968 miles
  • 2011 – 51,574 miles
  • 2009 – 46,537 miles
  • 2008 – 40,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,061 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both front tyres worn on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,061 miles (+2,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    102,061 miles
    Test number
    465804925465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass99,134 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    99,134 miles
    Test number
    449584637813
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail99,130 miles (+2,237)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,130 miles
    Test number
    680979005383
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,893 miles (+1,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    96,893 miles
    Test number
    399757851091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear **** Strong Advise = bald inner edge ****
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  5. Pass95,750 miles (+598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    95,750 miles
    Test number
    962606614952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  6. Pass95,152 miles (+1,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    95,152 miles
    Test number
    397974846739
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn on inner edges

  7. Pass93,957 miles (+1,017)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,957 miles
    Test number
    104855056358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,940 miles (+2,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    92,940 miles
    Test number
    695012043875
    • AdvisoryBoth front & n/s/rear tyres worn on inner edges

  9. Pass90,842 miles (+2,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,842 miles
    Test number
    861552864478
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  10. Pass88,625 miles (+2,090)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,625 miles
    Test number
    920310821372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,535 miles (+1,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,535 miles
    Test number
    688461644702
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted

  12. Pass84,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,789 miles
    Test number
    141473970149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,789 miles (+1,155)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,789 miles
    Test number
    273361501309
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass83,634 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    83,634 miles
    Test number
    669055515170
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail83,634 miles (+1,154)1 dangerous2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,634 miles
    Test number
    158055515100
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass82,480 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,480 miles
    Test number
    276099224111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,399 miles (+6,336)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,399 miles
    Test number
    477117894055
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  18. Pass76,063 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,063 miles
    Test number
    438606463057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail76,063 miles (+11,095)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,063 miles
    Test number
    599036563015
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass64,968 miles (+13,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    64,968 miles
    Test number
    797061552017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass51,574 miles (+5,037)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,574 miles
    Test number
    599465041050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,537 miles (+5,745)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,537 miles
    Test number
    951230449182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,792 miles
    Test number
    902891048135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 GRW

Does Y8 GRW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 GRW is valid until 30 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 GRW?
The MOT on Y8 GRW is valid until 30 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 GRW done?
Y8 GRW was recorded at 102,061 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 3,355 miles a year.
Has Y8 GRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 GRW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y8 GRW 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 Y8 GRW find?
Y8 GRW passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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