BMW Z4
Red · Petrol · 2005 · 2,494 cc
L20 GMEMOT history
L20 GME is a red petrol BMW Z4 first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 100,145 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 13 Jun 2026
- Mileage
- 100,145 mi
- At MOT on 28 May 2025
- MOT tests
- 17
- 13 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 3,207 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L20 GME
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- Z4
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,494 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 31 Mar 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 13 Jun 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 28 May 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
L20 GME was last recorded at 100,145 miles on 28 May 2025, 265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 99,880 miles · 14 Jun 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 265 miles
- Average per year
- 3,207 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 100,145 miles
- 2024 – 99,880 miles
- 2019 – 99,863 miles
- 2018 – 99,757 miles
- 2017 – 98,497 miles
- 2016 – 95,445 miles
- 2014 – 92,137 miles
- 2013 – 87,588 miles
- 2012 – 75,573 miles
- 2011 – 63,436 miles
- 2009 – 56,934 miles
- 2008 – 45,097 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass100,145 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Recurring issues
Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm and worn on inside)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2mm)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019
Full MOT history
17 tests since 28 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass100,145 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 100,145 miles
- Test number
- 923263234053
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail100,145 miles (+265)2 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,145 miles
- Test number
- 186602865716
- Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass99,880 miles (+2)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 99,880 miles
- Test number
- 806591633252
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm and worn on inside) (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2mm) (5.2.3 (e))
Fail99,878 miles (+15)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,878 miles
- Test number
- 547333446162
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (to flexi) (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm and worn on inside) (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2mm) (5.2.3 (e))
Pass99,863 miles (+106)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 99,863 miles
- Test number
- 772461974881
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass99,757 miles (+1,260)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 99,757 miles
- Test number
- 670768441948
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass98,497 miles (+3,052)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 98,497 miles
- Test number
- 292374834484
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn inside edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn inside edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass95,445 miles (+4)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 95,445 miles
- Test number
- 981787952727
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryN\s and O\S\R brake discs pitted and corroded.
- AdvisoryN\s and O\s\f brake discs pitted and corroded.
Fail95,441 miles (+3,304)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,441 miles
- Test number
- 111225064756
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryN\s and O\S\R brake discs pitted and corroded.
- AdvisoryN\s and O\s\f brake discs pitted and corroded.
Pass92,137 miles (+4,549)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 92,137 miles
- Test number
- 477536954134
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass87,588 miles (+12,015)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 87,588 miles
- Test number
- 987514713085
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass75,573 miles (+12,137)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 75,573 miles
- Test number
- 319805902025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
Pass63,436 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 63,436 miles
- Test number
- 139397301057
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail63,436 miles (+6,502)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,436 miles
- Test number
- 575306601056
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass56,934 miles (+2,557)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 56,934 miles
- Test number
- 142944769323
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass54,377 miles (+9,280)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 54,377 miles
- Test number
- 144278309433
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteUneven wear on inner edges on front tyres
Pass45,097 miles
- MOT expiry
- 31 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 45,097 miles
- Test number
- 923028188047
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L20 GME
- Does L20 GME currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L20 GME expired on 13 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L20 GME?
- The MOT on L20 GME expired on 13 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L20 GME done?
- L20 GME was recorded at 100,145 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2025, an average of 3,207 miles a year.
- Has L20 GME ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L20 GME has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2025.
- Has the mileage on L20 GME ever gone down?
- No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
- What did the latest MOT on L20 GME find?
- L20 GME passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.
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