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2008 BMW Z4 2.0L Petrol · LX08 WHG

LX08 WHG

2008 BMW Z4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 77,227 miles. MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
BMW Z4
Year / Origin
2008 · Sidcup (South East London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
77,227 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is assessed as good, but the maintenance history suggests a significant need for inspection and potential corrective action. The most recent test on 2026-03-25 at 77,227 miles was passed, indicating that the mechanical condition has remained stable throughout the 18-year ownership period. However, the pattern of failures, particularly the two instances of rear registration plate lamp inoperative and suspension arm pin bush wear, indicates that basic upkeep was likely skipped during this interval, allowing wear to accumulate to a critical level. Regarding the mileage trend, the vehicle shows a notable gap in the data between March 2025 and March 2024, where the mileage dropped from 76,913 to 75,840 miles. This drop of over 100 miles without a recorded MOT suggests that the owner may have been absent or the vehicle was parked in a garage for extended periods, which could accelerate wear on suspension components and suspension bushings. The subsequent increase to 75,244 miles on March 6, 2023, confirms that the vehicle has been driven regularly since 2024, but the gap in the 2025-2024 period highlights a risk of premature failure if the owner continues to drive the car without addressing the identified issues. Given the recurring faults of suspension arm pin bush wear and the inoperative rear registration plate lamp, a buyer must inspect the vehicle in person immediately. The tester flagged binding rear brakes and structural integrity issues, which are critical components that must be checked for corrosion or binding conditions before any further work is performed. The suspension bushings and brake discs are the primary points of failure, and the lack of regular maintenance means these parts will likely degrade further without intervention. A thorough visual inspection of the suspension system, including the strut bushes and control arms, and a functional test of the rear registration plate lamp and brakes are required to ensure the vehicle remains safe.
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LX08 WHG Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
  • 77,227 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)

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LX08 WHG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Jun 2026, 11:16
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW Z4 (LX08 WHG) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 March 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: Suspension (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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.

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ADVISORY

LX08 WHG Mileage History

  1. 06/03/202375,244 mi
  2. 21/03/202475,840 mi+596 mi
  3. 21/03/202475,840 mi
  4. 31/03/202576,913 mi+1,073 mi
  5. 25/03/202677,227 mi+314 mi

Average of roughly 650 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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85
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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