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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

L28 DLRMOT history

L28 DLR is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 18 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 83,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2024
Mileage
83,356 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 DLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L28 DLR was last recorded at 83,356 miles on 1 Nov 2024, 5,387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,969 miles · 22 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
5,387 miles
Average per year
3,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,356 miles
  • 2023 – 77,969 miles
  • 2022 – 77,527 miles
  • 2021 – 77,138 miles
  • 2020 – 75,194 miles
  • 2019 – 72,256 miles
  • 2018 – 71,853 miles
  • 2017 – 70,124 miles
  • 2016 – 69,335 miles
  • 2015 – 65,232 miles
  • 2014 – 60,073 miles
  • 2013 – 53,262 miles
  • 2012 – 49,007 miles
  • 2011 – 42,064 miles
  • 2010 – 35,467 miles
  • 2009 – 29,233 miles
  • 2008 – 25,086 miles
  • 2007 – 20,625 miles
  • 2006 – 15,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail83,356 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

What MOT failures mean

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside & Offside cloudy

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On suspension arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail83,356 miles (+5,387)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,356 miles
    Test number
    210329433256
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  2. Pass77,969 miles (+442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,969 miles
    Test number
    802844602448
    • 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))

  3. Pass77,527 miles (+389)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,527 miles
    Test number
    865895980341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,138 miles (+1,944)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    77,138 miles
    Test number
    371915471273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,194 miles (+2,938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    75,194 miles
    Test number
    351875577925
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,256 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    72,256 miles
    Test number
    795860228528
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Nearside & Offside cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail72,256 miles (+403)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,256 miles
    Test number
    818763418903
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Nearside & Offside cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass71,853 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    71,853 miles
    Test number
    646535558386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail71,850 miles (+1,726)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,850 miles
    Test number
    673197267398
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Nearside and Offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Leading up over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Level sensor arm broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Nearside & Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass70,124 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,124 miles
    Test number
    678917127817
    • AdvisoryDriver wiper blade smears slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail70,123 miles (+788)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,123 miles
    Test number
    325177045862
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDriver wiper blade smears slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Mirror glass insecure
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass69,335 miles (+4,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    69,335 miles
    Test number
    431722136292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass65,232 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,232 miles
    Test number
    105459255189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail65,228 miles (+5,155)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,228 miles
    Test number
    739319155146
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass60,073 miles (+6,811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    60,073 miles
    Test number
    127582064184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass53,262 miles (+4,255)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,262 miles
    Test number
    667208153156
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE, INNER EDGE, WEARING UNUSUALLY, SUGGEST TRACKING NEEDS CHECKING.

  17. Pass49,007 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,007 miles
    Test number
    309518572169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail49,007 miles (+6,943)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,007 miles
    Test number
    727918872102
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass42,064 miles (+6,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,064 miles
    Test number
    586936381119
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass35,467 miles (+6,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,467 miles
    Test number
    754327660248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass29,233 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,233 miles
    Test number
    804006629223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,231 miles
    Test number
    824945899150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,231 miles (+4,145)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,231 miles
    Test number
    920539089157
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass25,086 miles (+4,461)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,086 miles
    Test number
    330499198161
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on the inner tread area

  25. Pass20,625 miles (+4,799)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    20,625 miles
    Test number
    773868697195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    15,826 miles
    Test number
    352272916230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail15,824 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,824 miles
    Test number
    504102216263
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about L28 DLR

Does L28 DLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L28 DLR expired on 18 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L28 DLR?
The MOT on L28 DLR expired on 18 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L28 DLR done?
L28 DLR was recorded at 83,356 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2024, an average of 3,699 miles a year.
Has L28 DLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 DLR has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L28 DLR 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 L28 DLR find?
L28 DLR failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2024 with 2 dangerous defects and 2 major defects: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 1 more.

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