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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

L28 LMAMOT history

L28 LMA is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 12 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 105,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
105,762 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 LMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 LMA was last recorded at 105,762 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,651 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
111 miles
Average per year
4,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,762 miles
  • 2025 – 105,651 miles
  • 2024 – 105,373 miles
  • 2022 – 105,260 miles
  • 2021 – 104,945 miles
  • 2020 – 104,778 miles
  • 2019 – 103,754 miles
  • 2017 – 101,766 miles
  • 2016 – 98,006 miles
  • 2015 – 90,376 miles
  • 2014 – 83,559 miles
  • 2013 – 78,917 miles
  • 2012 – 72,493 miles
  • 2011 – 67,460 miles
  • 2010 – 64,107 miles
  • 2009 – 51,101 miles
  • 2008 – 38,408 miles
  • 2007 – 25,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,762 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories 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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • O/s/f suspension switch linkage balljoint worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,762 miles (+111)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    105,762 miles
    Test number
    548168583473
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass105,651 miles (+278)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,651 miles
    Test number
    812378803651
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing rubber deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rearmost bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass105,373 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    105,373 miles
    Test number
    848001799213
    • AdvisoryBrakes corroded and slightly fluctuating
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes greased
  4. Fail105,371 miles (+111)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,371 miles
    Test number
    306879653528
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine running rough (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative link broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brakes corroded and slightly fluctuating
  5. Pass105,260 miles (+315)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    105,260 miles
    Test number
    789253634223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,945 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,945 miles
    Test number
    471204009933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,778 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    104,778 miles
    Test number
    986561170928
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f suspension switch linkage balljoint worn
  8. Fail104,765 miles (+1,011)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,765 miles
    Test number
    753939969510
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded main feed to o/s/r, on passenger side behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right reflector loose or broke inside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main feed to n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f suspension switch linkage balljoint worn
  9. Pass103,754 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,754 miles
    Test number
    194636391053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,766 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,766 miles
    Test number
    115995128856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play Rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL Brake discs (3.5.1i)
  11. Fail101,756 miles (+26)1 failure2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,756 miles
    Test number
    781037763813
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play Rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL Brake discs (3.5.1i)
  12. Fail101,730 miles (+3,724)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,730 miles
    Test number
    510182782521
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  13. Pass98,006 miles (+7,630)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,006 miles
    Test number
    450097851621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass90,376 miles (+6,817)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,376 miles
    Test number
    478002235159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass83,559 miles (+86)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    83,559 miles
    Test number
    309583234164
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on edges
  16. Fail83,473 miles (+4,556)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,473 miles
    Test number
    478009624176
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on edges
    • NoteO/s rear tyre on legal limit
  17. Pass78,917 miles (+6,424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,917 miles
    Test number
    526739523118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass72,493 miles (+5,033)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    72,493 miles
    Test number
    239641812435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,460 miles (+3,353)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    67,460 miles
    Test number
    639391201114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,107 miles (+13,006)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    64,107 miles
    Test number
    224076920181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,101 miles (+12,693)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    51,101 miles
    Test number
    443908419143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,408 miles (+13,282)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,408 miles
    Test number
    220369828493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    25,126 miles
    Test number
    501458327111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 LMA

Does L28 LMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 LMA is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 LMA?
The MOT on L28 LMA is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 LMA done?
L28 LMA was recorded at 105,762 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 4,280 miles a year.
Has L28 LMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 LMA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L28 LMA 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 LMA find?
L28 LMA passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: central stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 5 more.

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