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2004 BMW Z4 3.2L Petrol · BM02 ALP

BM02 ALP

2004 BMW Z4 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 04/08/2004. Recorded mileage 58,146 miles. MOT valid until 30/03/2027. Taxed until 01/10/2026.

Make & Model
BMW Z4
Year / Origin
2004 · Birmingham
MOT Status
Valid until 30/03/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/10/2026)
Recorded Mileage
58,146 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/10/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
3246cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents in a stable roadworthiness condition, following a clean MOT pass in April 2026 at 58,146 miles. The maintenance trend appears positive as the only recorded failure occurred in early 2024 and was immediately rectified, with subsequent tests showing no further defects or advisories. This suggests that the mechanical systems are being maintained to a high standard and that the vehicle is currently operating within acceptable safety parameters. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,643 miles per year. The data shows significant periods of low usage, such as the 1,804 miles driven between March 2024 and February 2025, and the 4,211 miles covered between February 2025 and April 2026. While this low mileage reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, the long intervals between tests often increase the risk of rubber perish, fluid degradation, and brake-related corrosion. A buyer should focus specifically on the nearside front braking system, given the binding caliper failure that occurred during the March 2024 test at 52,131 miles. Although the car passed subsequent tests, low-use vehicles are prone to caliper pistons seizing or brake discs beginning to develop surface pitting. Physical inspection of the suspension bushes and rubber components is also essential, as these parts often degrade due to age and cracking regardless of the low mileage recorded on the odometer.

BM02 ALP Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
  • 58,146 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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BM02 ALP Mileage History

  1. 13/03/202349,937 mi
  2. 04/03/202452,131 mi+2,194 mi
  3. 06/03/202452,131 mi
  4. 26/02/202553,935 mi+1,804 mi
  5. 01/04/202658,146 mi+4,211 mi

Average of roughly 2,689 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BM02 ALP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 01:46
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW Z4 (BM02 ALP) between March 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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