BMW Z4
Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc
L30 DWAMOT history
L30 DWA is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 26 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 147,718 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2022.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 7 Sept 2023
- Mileage
- 147,718 mi
- At MOT on 8 Sept 2022
- MOT tests
- 23
- 16 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 7,460 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L30 DWA
- 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
- 26 Mar 2004
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023
- Latest MOT test
- 8 Sept 2022 (Pass)
Mileage history
L30 DWA was last recorded at 147,718 miles on 8 Sept 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 147,716 miles · 6 Sept 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 7,460 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2022 – 147,718 miles
- 2021 – 144,140 miles
- 2020 – 140,315 miles
- 2019 – 137,523 miles
- 2018 – 133,941 miles
- 2017 – 124,441 miles
- 2016 – 115,413 miles
- 2015 – 112,646 miles
- 2014 – 102,736 miles
- 2013 – 94,249 miles
- 2012 – 85,635 miles
- 2011 – 74,769 miles
- 2010 – 64,040 miles
- 2009 – 54,172 miles
- 2008 – 42,324 miles
- 2007 – 32,011 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass147,718 miles
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
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.
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Restricted view of the engine bay, cover fitted
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Restricted view of the outer sills, covers fitted
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Restricted view under the vehicle, under trays fitted
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
23 tests since 6 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass147,718 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 147,718 miles
- Test number
- 192997442575
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker corroding
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail147,716 miles (+3,576)4 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,716 miles
- Test number
- 812862236408
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker corroding
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker corroding
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass144,140 miles (+3,825)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 144,140 miles
- Test number
- 584565982224
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRestricted view of the engine bay, cover fitted
- AdvisoryRestricted view of the outer sills, covers fitted
- AdvisoryRestricted view under the vehicle, under trays fitted
Pass140,315 miles (+2,792)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 140,315 miles
- Test number
- 589013542382
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRestricted view of the engine bay, cover fitted
- AdvisoryRestricted view of the outer sills, covers fitted
- AdvisoryRestricted view under the vehicle, under trays fitted
Pass137,523 miles (+47)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 137,523 miles
- Test number
- 613365133775
- AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Fail137,476 miles (+3,535)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,476 miles
- Test number
- 385097637417
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Pass133,941 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 133,941 miles
- Test number
- 603661571395
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySurface corrosion to front brake discs
Fail133,941 miles (+9,500)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,941 miles
- Test number
- 831659017954
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySurface corrosion to front brake discs
Pass124,441 miles (+221)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 124,441 miles
- Test number
- 261608550230
- AdvisoryExhaust front pipe flange nut and stud deteriorated but not insecure or blowing at time of test .
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
Fail124,220 miles (+8,807)1 failure5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,220 miles
- Test number
- 471026833538
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryExhaust front pipe flange nut and stud deteriorated but not insecure or blowing at time of test .
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
Pass115,413 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 115,413 miles
- Test number
- 314428278010
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail115,413 miles (+2,767)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,413 miles
- Test number
- 396090374166
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Pass112,646 miles (+9,910)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 112,646 miles
- Test number
- 207967975079
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass102,736 miles (+8,487)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 102,736 miles
- Test number
- 287782764098
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass94,249 miles (+8,614)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 94,249 miles
- Test number
- 499101373081
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass85,635 miles (+10,866)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 85,635 miles
- Test number
- 198080082468
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass74,769 miles (+10,729)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 74,769 miles
- Test number
- 105541881069
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass64,040 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 64,040 miles
- Test number
- 711968780034
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail64,040 miles (+101)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,040 miles
- Test number
- 894225380052
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Fail63,939 miles (+9,767)1 dangerous1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,939 miles
- Test number
- 142411470073
- DangerousFront Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Pass54,172 miles (+11,848)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 54,172 miles
- Test number
- 881952879052
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass42,324 miles (+10,313)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 42,324 miles
- Test number
- 972152278087
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,011 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 32,011 miles
- Test number
- 754975467042
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L30 DWA
- Does L30 DWA currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L30 DWA expired on 7 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L30 DWA?
- The MOT on L30 DWA expired on 7 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L30 DWA done?
- L30 DWA was recorded at 147,718 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2022, an average of 7,460 miles a year.
- Has L30 DWA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L30 DWA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
- Has the mileage on L30 DWA 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 L30 DWA find?
- L30 DWA passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.
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