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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

L5 GSDMOT history

L5 GSD is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 24 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 90,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

L5 GSD black BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
90,784 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 GSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 GSD was last recorded at 90,784 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,784 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,784 miles
  • 2025 – 89,691 miles
  • 2024 – 88,077 miles
  • 2022 – 87,146 miles
  • 2021 – 85,656 miles
  • 2020 – 84,156 miles
  • 2019 – 82,148 miles
  • 2018 – 76,758 miles
  • 2017 – 70,852 miles
  • 2016 – 65,388 miles
  • 2015 – 59,195 miles
  • 2014 – 53,168 miles
  • 2013 – 48,113 miles
  • 2012 – 39,627 miles
  • 2011 – 38,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,784 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,784 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    90,784 miles
    Test number
    301424168667
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail90,784 miles (+1,093)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,784 miles
    Test number
    210725647853
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,691 miles (+1,614)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    89,691 miles
    Test number
    781775799642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass88,077 miles (+931)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,077 miles
    Test number
    298200777334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,146 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    87,146 miles
    Test number
    757079089176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,656 miles
    Test number
    576199213546
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail85,656 miles (+1,500)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,656 miles
    Test number
    390780789463
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass84,156 miles (+2,008)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,156 miles
    Test number
    960817102220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,148 miles (+5,390)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,148 miles
    Test number
    359037872554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,758 miles (+5,906)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    76,758 miles
    Test number
    924989143678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,852 miles (+527)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    70,852 miles
    Test number
    515597069977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,325 miles (+4,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,325 miles
    Test number
    761036693274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass65,388 miles (+6,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,388 miles
    Test number
    498470382168
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass59,195 miles (+6,027)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,195 miles
    Test number
    935652515012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,168 miles (+5,055)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,168 miles
    Test number
    196560914472
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread starting to wear low.

  16. Pass48,113 miles (+8,486)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,113 miles
    Test number
    366411413043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,627 miles (+763)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    39,627 miles
    Test number
    515033912029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass38,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,864 miles
    Test number
    298338871241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,864 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,864 miles
    Test number
    625378371226
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about L5 GSD

Does L5 GSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 GSD is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 GSD?
The MOT on L5 GSD is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 GSD done?
L5 GSD was recorded at 90,784 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 3,637 miles a year.
Has L5 GSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 GSD has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 GSD 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 L5 GSD find?
L5 GSD passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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