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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

L2 XLYMOT history

L2 XLY is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 12 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 23 of 36 MOT tests, with 131,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
131,469 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
36
23 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 XLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 XLY was last recorded at 131,469 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 1,330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,139 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,330 miles
Average per year
5,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,469 miles
  • 2025 – 130,139 miles
  • 2024 – 128,760 miles
  • 2023 – 126,249 miles
  • 2022 – 124,569 miles
  • 2021 – 122,697 miles
  • 2020 – 120,481 miles
  • 2019 – 115,879 miles
  • 2018 – 109,805 miles
  • 2017 – 103,257 miles
  • 2016 – 94,845 miles
  • 2015 – 86,770 miles
  • 2014 – 78,201 miles
  • 2013 – 72,572 miles
  • 2012 – 63,199 miles
  • 2011 – 57,169 miles
  • 2010 – 46,877 miles
  • 2009 – 39,680 miles
  • 2008 – 37,573 miles
  • 2007 – 29,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,469 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heatshield loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

36 tests since 22 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,469 miles (+1,330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    131,469 miles
    Test number
    719484572452
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass130,139 miles (+1,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    130,139 miles
    Test number
    171437687903
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,760 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    128,760 miles
    Test number
    297636206902
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail128,760 miles (+2,511)1 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,760 miles
    Test number
    120278709260
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass126,249 miles (+1,680)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    126,249 miles
    Test number
    482619125453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass124,569 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,569 miles
    Test number
    523998765804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail124,569 miles (+1,872)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,569 miles
    Test number
    315616246789
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,697 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,697 miles
    Test number
    888316169352
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail122,697 miles (+2,216)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,697 miles
    Test number
    480228378826
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass120,481 miles (+697)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    120,481 miles
    Test number
    355424359529
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail119,784 miles (+3,905)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,784 miles
    Test number
    709597512263
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass115,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2020
    Odometer
    115,879 miles
    Test number
    645909360130
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail115,879 miles (+6,074)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,879 miles
    Test number
    725015677507
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi? (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi? (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over diff (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass109,805 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,805 miles
    Test number
    495524022670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded over diff (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail109,805 miles (+6,548)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,805 miles
    Test number
    497515812479
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded over diff (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass103,257 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    103,257 miles
    Test number
    362081531241
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail103,257 miles (+8,412)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,257 miles
    Test number
    680614429345
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass94,845 miles (+8,075)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,845 miles
    Test number
    279001303032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low,part worn tyres fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges

  19. Pass86,770 miles (+8,569)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,770 miles
    Test number
    367706645136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,201 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,201 miles
    Test number
    855731444025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail78,201 miles (+5,629)7 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,201 miles
    Test number
    457219234003
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHead lamp cover under arch missing

  22. Pass72,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,572 miles
    Test number
    947343363181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,572 miles (+2,446)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,572 miles
    Test number
    355058353100
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  24. Pass70,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,126 miles
    Test number
    976268433084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail70,125 miles (+32)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,125 miles
    Test number
    395018833057
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

  26. Fail70,093 miles (+6,894)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,093 miles
    Test number
    115877233487
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  27. Pass63,199 miles (+6,030)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    63,199 miles
    Test number
    335601542078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

  28. Pass57,169 miles (+10,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,169 miles
    Test number
    245284061060
    • 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)

  29. Pass46,877 miles (+7,197)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,877 miles
    Test number
    130314880431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass39,680 miles (+1,446)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,680 miles
    Test number
    801357389101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass38,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,234 miles
    Test number
    441451599048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail38,234 miles (+661)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,234 miles
    Test number
    643910199022
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  33. Fail37,573 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,573 miles
    Test number
    441627448460
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass37,573 miles (+8,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,573 miles
    Test number
    934147448369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Pass29,482 miles (+5,513)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,482 miles
    Test number
    862687647356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass23,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    23,969 miles
    Test number
    992773457050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 XLY

Does L2 XLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 XLY is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 XLY?
The MOT on L2 XLY is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 XLY done?
L2 XLY was recorded at 131,469 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 5,474 miles a year.
Has L2 XLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 XLY has failed 13 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L2 XLY 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 L2 XLY find?
L2 XLY passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: central exhaust heatshield loose; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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