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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

LB04 TGJMOT history

LB04 TGJ is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 4 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 87,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,157 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 TGJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 TGJ was last recorded at 87,157 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 20,908 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2009: 3,503 miles, lower than 13,150 miles on 28 May 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
66,249 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
20,908 miles
Average per year
4,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,157 miles
  • 2025 – 66,249 miles
  • 2024 – 63,194 miles
  • 2023 – 60,677 miles
  • 2022 – 55,879 miles
  • 2021 – 49,405 miles
  • 2020 – 42,727 miles
  • 2019 – 36,667 miles
  • 2018 – 30,558 miles
  • 2017 – 23,809 miles
  • 2016 – 16,811 miles
  • 2015 – 9,302 miles
  • 2014 – 6,270 miles
  • 2013 – 5,696 miles
  • 2012 – 5,341 miles
  • 2011 – 4,823 miles
  • 2010 – 4,122 miles
  • 2009 – 3,503 miles
  • 2008 – 13,150 miles
  • 2007 – 1,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,157 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines, brake pipes and engine bay under car

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,157 miles
    Test number
    420278251328
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,157 miles (+20,908)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,157 miles
    Test number
    934523439495
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,249 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    66,249 miles
    Test number
    177527515453
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail66,249 miles (+3,055)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,249 miles
    Test number
    789668770664
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass63,194 miles (+2,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    63,194 miles
    Test number
    552205740268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush has slight movement in it (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pad wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass60,677 miles (+4,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    60,677 miles
    Test number
    586669898371
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  7. Pass55,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    55,879 miles
    Test number
    962540669472
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail55,879 miles (+6,474)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,879 miles
    Test number
    330942338290
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass49,405 miles (+6,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,405 miles
    Test number
    935098072494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass42,727 miles (+6,060)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    42,727 miles
    Test number
    224632490446
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass36,667 miles (+6,109)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    36,667 miles
    Test number
    481856782724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,558 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    30,558 miles
    Test number
    308819409406
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines, brake pipes and engine bay under car

  13. Fail30,557 miles (+6,748)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,557 miles
    Test number
    801339906478
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines, brake pipes and engine bay under car

  14. Pass23,809 miles (+6,998)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    23,809 miles
    Test number
    899932949703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,811 miles (+7,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    16,811 miles
    Test number
    784276791821
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass9,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    9,302 miles
    Test number
    565562415232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail9,302 miles (+3,032)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,302 miles
    Test number
    476051415269
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  18. Pass6,270 miles (+574)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    6,270 miles
    Test number
    355377214438
    • NoteNearside front tyre slight damage outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre split in tread
    • NoteTyres slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass5,696 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    5,696 miles
    Test number
    139898613211
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail94,529 miles (+89,188)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,529 miles
    Test number
    586808713237
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass5,341 miles (+518)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    5,341 miles
    Test number
    109043842140
    • AdvisoryStop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre outer side wall but ply or cord not exposed

  22. Pass4,823 miles (+701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    4,823 miles
    Test number
    976448931137
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass4,122 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    4,122 miles
    Test number
    650560330136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass3,503 miles (-9,647)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    3,503 miles
    Test number
    722646349119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,150 miles (+11,193)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    13,150 miles
    Test number
    881119848161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass1,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    1,957 miles
    Test number
    400581627171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 TGJ

Does LB04 TGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 TGJ is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 TGJ?
The MOT on LB04 TGJ is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 TGJ done?
LB04 TGJ was recorded at 87,157 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 4,427 miles a year.
Has LB04 TGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 TGJ has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 TGJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 TGJ find?
LB04 TGJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush.

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