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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LB05 GFXMOT history

LB05 GFX is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 16 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
106,080 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 GFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 GFX was last recorded at 106,080 miles on 14 May 2026, 1,166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,914 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,166 miles
Average per year
4,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,080 miles
  • 2025 – 104,914 miles
  • 2024 – 101,153 miles
  • 2023 – 96,647 miles
  • 2022 – 94,127 miles
  • 2021 – 92,604 miles
  • 2020 – 91,887 miles
  • 2019 – 89,148 miles
  • 2018 – 86,121 miles
  • 2017 – 81,823 miles
  • 2016 – 78,261 miles
  • 2014 – 71,507 miles
  • 2013 – 66,452 miles
  • 2012 – 60,808 miles
  • 2011 – 52,831 miles
  • 2010 – 45,193 miles
  • 2009 – 37,528 miles
  • 2008 – 28,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,080 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator light illuminated
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,080 miles (+1,166)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    106,080 miles
    Test number
    241179584551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  2. Pass104,914 miles (+3,761)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    104,914 miles
    Test number
    722430547471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass101,153 miles (+4,506)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    101,153 miles
    Test number
    921815360162
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass96,647 miles (+2,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    96,647 miles
    Test number
    241810879721
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass94,127 miles (+1,523)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    94,127 miles
    Test number
    580620485147
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel sealing device cracked

  6. Pass92,604 miles (+10)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    92,604 miles
    Test number
    769173270433
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail92,594 miles (+707)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,594 miles
    Test number
    431247379446
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks corroded

  8. Pass91,887 miles (+2,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,887 miles
    Test number
    613597097940
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Pass89,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    89,148 miles
    Test number
    403459307076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,148 miles (+3,027)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,148 miles
    Test number
    440691147770
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass86,121 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    86,121 miles
    Test number
    875919205136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is worn on the inner edge

  12. Fail86,121 miles (+4,298)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,121 miles
    Test number
    438278181363
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is worn on the inner edge

  13. Pass81,823 miles (+3,562)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    81,823 miles
    Test number
    964948217750
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensated (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear under body brake pipes are heavily corroded

  14. Pass78,261 miles (+6,754)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    78,261 miles
    Test number
    155363901751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm & inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm & inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass71,507 miles (+5,055)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,507 miles
    Test number
    916415474234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass66,452 miles (+74)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,452 miles
    Test number
    805397973236
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  17. Fail66,378 miles (+5,570)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,378 miles
    Test number
    889110273298
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass60,808 miles (+7,977)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,808 miles
    Test number
    156276362204
    • NoteA.both front wish bone bushes worn
    • NoteA.o/s/f brake slightly sticking on

  19. Pass52,831 miles (+7,638)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,831 miles
    Test number
    377709571208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs has corrion

  20. Pass45,193 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,193 miles
    Test number
    751310860236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  21. Fail45,193 miles (+7,665)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,193 miles
    Test number
    904230760201
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  22. Fail37,528 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,528 miles
    Test number
    190011769208
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass37,528 miles (+8,705)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,528 miles
    Test number
    460991569216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,823 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,823 miles
    Test number
    971225058294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,265 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,265 miles
    Test number
    220878168189
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LB05 GFX

Does LB05 GFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 GFX is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 GFX?
The MOT on LB05 GFX is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 GFX done?
LB05 GFX was recorded at 106,080 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 4,345 miles a year.
Has LB05 GFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 GFX has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LB05 GFX 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 LB05 GFX find?
LB05 GFX passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight play; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight play; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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