My zed has been left standing for 4 hours now, so nipped out to check oil level.
On first removing the dipstick I get similar.
Reverse side
Main side
First wiped and redipped.
Pulled out 4-5 inches then held the dipstick by handle with one hand and 4-5 inches lower down with the other for a steadier withdrawal
Reverse side
Main side
So sometimes the level is easier to read on the reverse side, sometimes the main side.
Definitely improvement as you wipe excess away and repeat.
Also I think my oil was still warm after 4 hours.
This warm weather probably doesn't help to reduce oil temps after just a few hours.
Road level is vital too.
My brother had a brand new car
Told him the importance of regularly checking oil levels.
He was shocked it was at min.
Topped up with 1 litre.
Following day checks the oil....... it's wayyyyy over.
He's however parked on the other side of the street and tells me it's on an incline
Siphoned out 1 litre and checked on a level surface at his work and discovered all was well even before he started messing with oil at max from the factory