2004 BMW Z4 2.5L Petrol · FL04 LLZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the car passed its February 2026 test at 120,820 miles, this followed a failure just four days prior. The trend shows a fluctuating mechanical state, particularly regarding the steering and braking systems, which have repeatedly flagged across multiple years. The recent resolution of the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and the windscreen wiper issues suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT pass result. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 120,820 miles represents an average of approximately 5,500 miles per year. This low usage suggests the car has not faced heavy motorway exposure, but it also indicates periods of inactivity. Between January 2024 and February 2026, the vehicle covered only 4,358 miles. Such long intervals of low-mile operation on a vehicle of this age often lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which is consistent with the recurring failures of wiper blades and suspension ball joints. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking assembly. The record notes persistent issues with front brake imbalance and fluctuations dating back to 2024 through early 2026, which often points to sticking calipers or warped discs. The steering rack has also shown a history of wear in the inner joints and rack ends; while these were within limits in 2025, the buyer should check for any developing play in the steering to ensure the wear is not progressing. Given the age and low mileage, a close look at the underbody for structural corrosion is also essential, as the MOT record does not detail the current integrity of the chassis beyond the passing points.