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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,996 cc

Y9 OBYMOT history

Y9 OBY is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 20 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

Y9 OBY black BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,371 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y9 OBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y9 OBY was last recorded at 105,371 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 3,447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,924 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,447 miles
Average per year
5,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,371 miles
  • 2025 – 101,924 miles
  • 2024 – 95,578 miles
  • 2023 – 87,718 miles
  • 2021 – 78,167 miles
  • 2020 – 71,006 miles
  • 2019 – 64,618 miles
  • 2018 – 60,333 miles
  • 2017 – 53,068 miles
  • 2016 – 46,680 miles
  • 2015 – 43,822 miles
  • 2014 – 39,945 miles
  • 2013 – 35,905 miles
  • 2012 – 30,924 miles
  • 2011 – 22,798 miles
  • 2010 – 17,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,371 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp slightly insecure.( broken mounting)
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyres wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,371 miles (+3,447)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,371 miles
    Test number
    893720924257
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp slightly insecure.( broken mounting)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Pass101,924 miles (+6,346)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    101,924 miles
    Test number
    648142029691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,578 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    95,578 miles
    Test number
    968064380686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail95,564 miles (+7,846)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,564 miles
    Test number
    706958620744
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass87,718 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,718 miles
    Test number
    715950198551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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. Fail87,714 miles (+9,547)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,714 miles
    Test number
    875982310834
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass78,167 miles (+7,161)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,167 miles
    Test number
    457417990277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,006 miles (+6,388)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,006 miles
    Test number
    500123047583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,618 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,618 miles
    Test number
    767526482096
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres wearing on inner edge

  10. Fail64,618 miles (+4,285)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,618 miles
    Test number
    975435151464
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres wearing on inner edge

  11. Pass60,333 miles (+7,265)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    60,333 miles
    Test number
    318971050064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,068 miles (+6,388)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    53,068 miles
    Test number
    941257824743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,680 miles (+2,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,680 miles
    Test number
    119494577131
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers are showing signs of wear.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass43,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    43,822 miles
    Test number
    749134819808
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail43,822 miles (+3,877)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,822 miles
    Test number
    325014960897
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass39,945 miles (+4,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    39,945 miles
    Test number
    636194624311
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass35,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    35,905 miles
    Test number
    478768613369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,905 miles (+4,981)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,905 miles
    Test number
    899858513303
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  19. Pass30,924 miles (+8,126)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,924 miles
    Test number
    749535322370
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff side front tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass22,798 miles (+5,147)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    22,798 miles
    Test number
    579435721333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    17,651 miles
    Test number
    944368000307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y9 OBY

Does Y9 OBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y9 OBY is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y9 OBY?
The MOT on Y9 OBY is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y9 OBY done?
Y9 OBY was recorded at 105,371 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 5,674 miles a year.
Has Y9 OBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y9 OBY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y9 OBY 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 Y9 OBY find?
Y9 OBY passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front headlamp slightly insecure.( broken mounting); offside rear nail in tyre.

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