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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LB03 VNEMOT history

LB03 VNE is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 122,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
122,185 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,542 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VNE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VNE was last recorded at 122,185 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,184 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,542 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,185 miles
  • 2024 – 111,636 miles
  • 2023 – 98,278 miles
  • 2022 – 84,813 miles
  • 2021 – 63,383 miles
  • 2019 – 61,809 miles
  • 2018 – 60,552 miles
  • 2017 – 58,799 miles
  • 2016 – 53,629 miles
  • 2015 – 49,995 miles
  • 2014 – 45,286 miles
  • 2013 – 41,311 miles
  • 2012 – 36,089 miles
  • 2011 – 29,544 miles
  • 2010 – 27,773 miles
  • 2009 – 24,732 miles
  • 2008 – 21,456 miles
  • 2007 – 18,960 miles
  • 2006 – 14,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,185 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive must be checked (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and rear tyres cracking in tread on shoulder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,185 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    122,185 miles
    Test number
    121885733538
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive must be checked (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail122,184 miles (+10,548)2 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,184 miles
    Test number
    744577503178
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive must be checked (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,636 miles (+13,358)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    111,636 miles
    Test number
    821347812778
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,278 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    98,278 miles
    Test number
    845148276225
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail98,277 miles (+13,464)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,277 miles
    Test number
    410652991319
    • MajorFront Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass84,813 miles (+21,430)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    84,813 miles
    Test number
    134345358569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,383 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    63,383 miles
    Test number
    466366715545
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail63,361 miles (+1,552)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,361 miles
    Test number
    716720892099
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass61,809 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    61,809 miles
    Test number
    142376287710
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and rear tyres cracking in tread on shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail61,804 miles (+1,252)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,804 miles
    Test number
    614443697895
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and rear tyres cracking in tread on shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass60,552 miles (+1,753)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    60,552 miles
    Test number
    710675267430
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and starting to get low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to get low in tread in places on inner edge

  12. Pass58,799 miles (+5,170)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,799 miles
    Test number
    357430169639
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perishing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass53,629 miles (+3,634)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    53,629 miles
    Test number
    410252987903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,995 miles (+4,709)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    49,995 miles
    Test number
    475060225285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass45,286 miles (+3,975)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,286 miles
    Test number
    845318874116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,311 miles
    Test number
    149619573111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,311 miles (+5,222)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,311 miles
    Test number
    215729873475
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass36,089 miles (+6,545)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,089 miles
    Test number
    878091082180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,544 miles (+1,771)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,544 miles
    Test number
    406497341165
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  20. Pass27,773 miles (+3,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,773 miles
    Test number
    732984160145
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass24,732 miles (+3,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,732 miles
    Test number
    303635809209
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass21,456 miles (+2,496)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,456 miles
    Test number
    294763818222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,960 miles (+4,211)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,960 miles
    Test number
    910718477141
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/r tyres inner edge starting to wear

  24. Pass14,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,749 miles
    Test number
    650193976198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 VNE

Does LB03 VNE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 VNE is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VNE?
The MOT on LB03 VNE is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 VNE done?
LB03 VNE was recorded at 122,185 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 5,542 miles a year.
Has LB03 VNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VNE has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 VNE 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 VNE find?
LB03 VNE passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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