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2009 BMW Z4 2.5L Petrol · MR55 MRH

MR55 MRH

2009 BMW Z4 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 69,072 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026.

Make & Model
BMW Z4
Year / Origin
2009 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 29 Jun 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
69,072 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.5L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 29 Jun 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2009
Engine
2497cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2009 BMW Z4 demonstrates stable roadworthiness, with no defects recorded in its last four MOT tests, including the most recent 2025-06-04 inspection at 69,072 miles. All prior tests from 2021 to 2024 also passed without issues, indicating consistent maintenance and no emerging mechanical concerns. The absence of advisories or failures suggests the vehicle has been well cared for, though low mileage over 17 years warrants scrutiny of potential inactivity-related wear. The mileage progression shows an irregular pattern, with a sharp 7,981-mile increase between 2021-09-21 (56,841 miles) and 2022-09-28 (64,822 miles), followed by minimal growth in subsequent years. This suggests possible periods of reduced usage or storage, which could affect components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and rubber seals. The 2023-06-30 test at 65,112 miles marked the first instance of a 1,000-mile annual increase since 2021, but no defects were noted, maintaining the trend of compliance. A buyer should inspect for signs of corrosion, particularly in the chassis and exhaust system, given the vehicle’s age. Suspension components, including dampers and anti-roll bars, may require closer examination due to low mileage potentially leading to stiffness or uneven wear. Brake discs and calipers should be checked for binding or uneven scoring, as these can develop during prolonged inactivity. The absence of recorded issues is positive, but the mileage history underscores the need for a thorough pre-purchase inspection of structural and mechanical elements.
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MR55 MRH Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2025
  • 69,072 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MR55 MRH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 May 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW Z4 (MR55 MRH) between September 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

MR55 MRH Mileage History

  1. 28/09/202264,822 mi
  2. 30/06/202365,112 mi+290 mi
  3. 19/06/202467,023 mi+1,911 mi
  4. 04/06/202569,072 mi+2,049 mi

Average of roughly 1,584 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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