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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,494 cc

LB05 LTAMOT history

LB05 LTA is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 17 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 141,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2026
Mileage
141,166 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 LTA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 LTA was last recorded at 141,166 miles on 24 Mar 2025, 120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,046 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
120 miles
Average per year
6,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,166 miles
  • 2024 – 135,877 miles
  • 2023 – 131,352 miles
  • 2022 – 124,081 miles
  • 2021 – 122,353 miles
  • 2020 – 118,533 miles
  • 2019 – 113,921 miles
  • 2018 – 105,376 miles
  • 2017 – 98,788 miles
  • 2015 – 90,176 miles
  • 2014 – 77,629 miles
  • 2013 – 64,977 miles
  • 2012 – 55,471 miles
  • 2011 – 50,908 miles
  • 2010 – 46,036 miles
  • 2009 – 39,775 miles
  • 2008 – 33,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,166 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,166 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    141,166 miles
    Test number
    162764711487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail141,046 miles (+5,169)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,046 miles
    Test number
    962076528207
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft mounting cracking

  3. Pass135,877 miles (+4,525)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    135,877 miles
    Test number
    493709882358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,352 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,352 miles
    Test number
    111205831712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail131,322 miles (+7,241)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,322 miles
    Test number
    815082776534
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass124,081 miles (+1,728)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    124,081 miles
    Test number
    617601091269
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective moisture in lamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective moisture in lamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass122,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    122,353 miles
    Test number
    895660097268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,353 miles (+3,820)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,353 miles
    Test number
    528009314699
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  9. Pass118,533 miles (+4,612)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,533 miles
    Test number
    806103177713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,921 miles (+8,545)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    113,921 miles
    Test number
    200789041265
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass105,376 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,376 miles
    Test number
    979881321307
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail105,376 miles (+6,588)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,376 miles
    Test number
    301908914515
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass98,788 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    98,788 miles
    Test number
    184575612175
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail98,777 miles (+8,601)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,777 miles
    Test number
    778086683111
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass90,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    90,176 miles
    Test number
    522132576706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,176 miles (+12,547)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,176 miles
    Test number
    437075331209
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass77,629 miles (+12,652)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    77,629 miles
    Test number
    316923584461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,977 miles (+9,506)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,977 miles
    Test number
    378870153183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,471 miles (+4,563)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,471 miles
    Test number
    529280232207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,908 miles (+4,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,908 miles
    Test number
    898126831284
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass46,036 miles (+6,261)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    46,036 miles
    Test number
    700752690266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,775 miles (+6,733)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,775 miles
    Test number
    162425579250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,042 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,042 miles
    Test number
    620724808289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,105 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    29,105 miles
    Test number
    714536548001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,100 miles2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,100 miles
    Test number
    864604748016
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 LTA

Does LB05 LTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 LTA expired on 23 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 LTA?
The MOT on LB05 LTA expired on 23 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 LTA done?
LB05 LTA was recorded at 141,166 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2025, an average of 6,550 miles a year.
Has LB05 LTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 LTA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 LTA 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 LTA find?
LB05 LTA passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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