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2011 BMW Z4 2.0L Petrol · FT61 ABN

FT61 ABN

2011 BMW Z4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 22 Dec 2011. Recorded mileage 112,633 miles. MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024.

Make & Model
BMW Z4
Year / Origin
2011 · Lincoln
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 22 Dec 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
112,633 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 22 Dec 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
1997cc
Mechanical Assessment

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

The December 2023 MOT at 112,633 miles passed, confirming that the BMW Z4 meets the minimum roadworthiness standards, but the tester recorded worn near‑side front and rear brake discs and a fractured off‑side rear wheel, indicating that the vehicle remains usable yet shows ongoing mechanical wear. The mileage has risen from 84,722 miles in December 2020 to 112,633 miles in December 2023, an increase of roughly 28,000 miles over three years, or about 9,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 15‑year‑old car. Earlier records show a jump from 95,960 miles in December 2021 to 106,446 miles in December 2022, a gain of 10,486 miles in a single year, suggesting a period of intensified use or a major service interval. The most recent test is now more than seven months old as of July 2026, so current condition may have changed since the pass. A buyer should inspect the front and rear suspension components, particularly the front shock absorber that leaked fluid in the 2022 failure and the rear wheel assemblies that displayed multiple cracks, to verify that any repairs were carried out to manufacturer standards and that no structural distortion remains. The repeated brake disc wear and thin pad measurements indicate that the braking system should be measured for disc thickness and pad material, while the earlier tyre failures with exposed cords demand a close check of tyre condition and wheel rim integrity. Finally, the buyer ought to examine the chassis for corrosion, especially around the wheel arches and suspension mounting points, and confirm that the recent MOT’s pass has not been superseded by any subsequent damage, ensuring that the vehicle’s overall structural integrity and safety systems are sound before purchase.

FT61 ABN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2023
  • 112,633 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
25
/ 100 · Poor
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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FT61 ABN Mileage History

  1. 21/12/202195,960 mi
  2. 14/12/2022106,443 mi+10,483 mi
  3. 16/12/2022106,446 mi+3 mi
  4. 15/12/2023112,633 mi+6,187 mi
  5. 19/12/2023112,633 mi

Average of roughly 8,364 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FT61 ABN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 07:04
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 2011 BMW Z4 (FT61 ABN) between December 2021 and December 2023.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 19 December 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Road wheel fractured crack x5 (5.2.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured crack x 1 (5.2.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.

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