
BMW Z4
Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc
LA55 JCXMOT history
LA55 JCX is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 15 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 124,771 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 4 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 124,771 mi
- At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 30
- 17 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 6,127 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LA55 JCX
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- Z4
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 15 Feb 2006
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 14 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LA55 JCX was last recorded at 124,771 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 124,771 miles · 13 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 6,127 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 124,771 miles
- 2024 – 113,399 miles
- 2023 – 107,942 miles
- 2022 – 105,513 miles
- 2021 – 103,355 miles
- 2020 – 99,702 miles
- 2019 – 90,894 miles
- 2018 – 84,005 miles
- 2017 – 76,397 miles
- 2016 – 63,914 miles
- 2015 – 58,260 miles
- 2014 – 49,902 miles
- 2013 – 45,669 miles
- 2012 – 41,285 miles
- 2011 – 38,108 miles
- 2010 – 33,002 miles
- 2009 – 22,204 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive bad leak but not dripping excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rears (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryBrake warning light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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, 2021–2024
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021
Full MOT history
30 tests since 17 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass124,771 miles1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 124,771 miles
- Test number
- 122399788874
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive bad leak but not dripping excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rears (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryBrake warning light on
Fail124,771 miles (+11,372)3 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,771 miles
- Test number
- 194491244037
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive bad leak but not dripping excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rears (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryBrake warning light on
Pass113,399 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 113,399 miles
- Test number
- 386995075747
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail113,399 miles (+5,457)4 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,399 miles
- Test number
- 630281072159
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass107,942 miles (+2,429)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 107,942 miles
- Test number
- 840189430753
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass105,513 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 105,513 miles
- Test number
- 116446736660
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail105,512 miles (+2,157)7 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 105,512 miles
- Test number
- 981559947647
- MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass103,355 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 103,355 miles
- Test number
- 647663087258
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail103,354 miles (+3,652)4 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,354 miles
- Test number
- 665892548601
- MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass99,702 miles (+6)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 99,702 miles
- Test number
- 881606036228
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
Fail99,696 miles4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,696 miles
- Test number
- 277710109402
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
Fail99,696 miles3 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,696 miles
- Test number
- 487194274259
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant on undertray and warning light on at time of test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
Fail99,696 miles (+8,802)3 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,696 miles
- Test number
- 351416074883
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant on undertray and warning light on at time of test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
Pass90,894 miles2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 90,894 miles
- Test number
- 941076431678
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm
Fail90,894 miles (+6,889)4 major1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,894 miles
- Test number
- 575464733271
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm
Pass84,005 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 84,005 miles
- Test number
- 398736847915
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail84,005 miles (+7,608)1 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,005 miles
- Test number
- 533634810704
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass76,397 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 76,397 miles
- Test number
- 556239656377
- AdvisoryEML light is on
- AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal perishing
- AdvisoryOffside headlight has condensation in it
- AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
Fail76,397 miles (+12,483)3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,397 miles
- Test number
- 346835182352
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- AdvisoryEML light is on
- AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal perishing
- AdvisoryOffside headlight has condensation in it
- AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
Pass63,914 miles (+44)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 63,914 miles
- Test number
- 592210761854
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail63,870 miles (+5,610)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,870 miles
- Test number
- 876142118873
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Pass58,260 miles (+8,358)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 58,260 miles
- Test number
- 997158565021
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,902 miles (+4,233)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 49,902 miles
- Test number
- 168040274402
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass45,669 miles (+4,384)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 45,669 miles
- Test number
- 346785283040
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass41,285 miles (+3,177)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 41,285 miles
- Test number
- 877050592090
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass38,108 miles (+5,106)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 38,108 miles
- Test number
- 856408891078
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass33,002 miles (+23)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 33,002 miles
- Test number
- 314748850040
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail32,979 miles (+10,775)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 32,979 miles
- Test number
- 963807350016
- FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass22,204 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 22,204 miles
- Test number
- 761488049070
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail22,204 miles5 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 22,204 miles
- Test number
- 881318649064
- FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- 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)
Questions about LA55 JCX
- Does LA55 JCX currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 JCX is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LA55 JCX?
- The MOT on LA55 JCX is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LA55 JCX done?
- LA55 JCX was recorded at 124,771 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 6,127 miles a year.
- Has LA55 JCX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LA55 JCX has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on LA55 JCX 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 LA55 JCX find?
- LA55 JCX passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts; brake disc worn, but not excessively both rears, and 7 more.
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