2006 BMW Z4 2.5L Petrol · BA04 BAM

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 22 May 2026, but only after an initial failure. The issues that needed correction included incorrect headlamp aim and more concerning evidence of corrosion and wear within the braking system. There is a clear and worsening trend regarding the braking system. In 2024, the vehicle suffered from contaminated brake fluid and deteriorating front brake hoses. By 2025, the front hoses were still noted as deteriorating. In the most recent 2026 test, the problems have progressed to the rear of the car, with a corroded rear brake pipe and a pitted, worn nearside rear brake disc. The 2024 MOT history also highlights a significant suspension failure, where both front Macpherson strut mountings were split, with the offside described as seriously weakened. While these were resolved to pass the test, they point to previous structural degradation in the front suspension. The recorded mileage is low for a twenty-year-old car, averaging roughly 4,776 miles per year. In this specific context, the low mileage likely indicates periods of standing or under-use rather than light use.