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BMW Z4

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LB03 OVNMOT history

LB03 OVN is a silver petrol BMW Z4 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 130,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 May 2027
Mileage
130,952 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 OVN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 OVN was last recorded at 130,952 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 1,098 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,854 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,098 miles
Average per year
5,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,952 miles
  • 2025 – 129,854 miles
  • 2024 – 127,342 miles
  • 2023 – 124,005 miles
  • 2022 – 122,891 miles
  • 2019 – 122,322 miles
  • 2018 – 120,502 miles
  • 2017 – 118,156 miles
  • 2016 – 115,315 miles
  • 2015 – 112,208 miles
  • 2014 – 108,163 miles
  • 2013 – 103,194 miles
  • 2012 – 99,774 miles
  • 2011 – 84,104 miles
  • 2010 – 73,247 miles
  • 2008 – 70,161 miles
  • 2007 – 44,615 miles
  • 2006 – 28,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,952 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant system leak.
  • AdvisoryCorrosion suspension components.
  • AdvisoryO/s headlamp slightly dull.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,952 miles (+1,098)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2027
    Odometer
    130,952 miles
    Test number
    356806378435
    • AdvisoryCoolant system leak.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion suspension components.
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp slightly dull.

  2. Pass129,854 miles (+2,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    129,854 miles
    Test number
    224640633161
    • AdvisoryCorrosion rear suspension components.

  3. Pass127,342 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    127,342 miles
    Test number
    860509871220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail127,319 miles (+3,314)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,319 miles
    Test number
    134863859137
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass124,005 miles (+1,114)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    124,005 miles
    Test number
    189681723070
    • AdvisoryDrive belt badly split
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryInlet air duct pipe split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass122,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    122,891 miles
    Test number
    725156474843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail122,891 miles (+569)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,891 miles
    Test number
    939667113762
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass122,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,322 miles
    Test number
    748636314969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody very dry and bad surface corrosion especially rear suspension areas and components

  9. Fail122,322 miles (+1,820)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,322 miles
    Test number
    200210271917
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody very dry and bad surface corrosion especially rear suspension areas and components

  10. Pass120,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,502 miles
    Test number
    967601628331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail120,502 miles (+2,346)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,502 miles
    Test number
    249410254304
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake performance poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass118,156 miles (+2,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    118,156 miles
    Test number
    859641035553
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre unevenly worn inner edge

  13. Pass115,315 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    115,315 miles
    Test number
    214438734659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  14. Fail115,315 miles (+3,107)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,315 miles
    Test number
    352131395549
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  15. Pass112,208 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    112,208 miles
    Test number
    899290775176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail112,206 miles (+4,043)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,206 miles
    Test number
    527712865182
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass108,163 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    108,163 miles
    Test number
    286906554133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail108,162 miles (+4,968)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,162 miles
    Test number
    699505554167
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass103,194 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    103,194 miles
    Test number
    419443413117
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail103,192 miles (+3,418)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,192 miles
    Test number
    718122013182
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail99,774 miles (+5,921)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,774 miles
    Test number
    938432632361
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass93,853 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    93,853 miles
    Test number
    739249262019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail93,831 miles (+9,727)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,831 miles
    Test number
    709227762046
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass84,104 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,104 miles
    Test number
    127623181443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail84,082 miles (+10,835)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,082 miles
    Test number
    308101681046
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass73,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    73,247 miles
    Test number
    944921490017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail73,247 miles (+3,086)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,247 miles
    Test number
    964160690009
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass70,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    70,161 miles
    Test number
    483692098205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail70,161 miles (+25,546)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,161 miles
    Test number
    642787288235
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass44,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,615 miles
    Test number
    962365517235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail44,615 miles (+16,221)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,615 miles
    Test number
    741944517284
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass28,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,394 miles
    Test number
    232439296134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 OVN

Does LB03 OVN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 OVN is valid until 16 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 OVN?
The MOT on LB03 OVN is valid until 16 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 OVN done?
LB03 OVN was recorded at 130,952 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 5,191 miles a year.
Has LB03 OVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 OVN has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 OVN 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 LB03 OVN find?
LB03 OVN passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: coolant system leak.; corrosion suspension components.; o/s headlamp slightly dull..

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