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BMW 1 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2015 · 2,979 cc

LB15 ZSEMOT history

LB15 ZSE is a blue petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 28 Aug 2015. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 143,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
143,840 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB15 ZSE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
28 Aug 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB15 ZSE was last recorded at 143,840 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 12,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,305 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,535 miles
Average per year
13,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,840 miles
  • 2025 – 131,305 miles
  • 2024 – 119,608 miles
  • 2023 – 115,014 miles
  • 2022 – 105,703 miles
  • 2021 – 85,801 miles
  • 2020 – 70,024 miles
  • 2019 – 51,732 miles
  • 2018 – 31,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,840 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySports exhaust fittedRecorded at 3 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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

12 tests since 9 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,840 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    143,840 miles
    Test number
    149346060850
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySports exhaust fitted
  2. Fail143,840 miles (+12,535)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,840 miles
    Test number
    267467504047
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass131,305 miles (+682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    131,305 miles
    Test number
    246290734407
    • AdvisorySports exhaust fitted
  4. Fail130,623 miles (+11,015)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,623 miles
    Test number
    241494336763
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device missing frack rod end lock nut missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisorySports exhaust fitted
  5. Pass119,608 miles (+49)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    119,608 miles
    Test number
    962875622847
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Sports exhaust fitted (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail119,559 miles (+4,545)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,559 miles
    Test number
    712484236443
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sun strip fitted (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass115,014 miles (+9,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,014 miles
    Test number
    956016615395
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass105,703 miles (+19,902)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,703 miles
    Test number
    678200415869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,801 miles (+15,777)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,801 miles
    Test number
    343681312469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,024 miles (+18,292)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,024 miles
    Test number
    771294933649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,732 miles (+20,128)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,732 miles
    Test number
    753877330791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    31,604 miles
    Test number
    652632961189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB15 ZSE

Does LB15 ZSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB15 ZSE is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB15 ZSE?
The MOT on LB15 ZSE is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB15 ZSE done?
LB15 ZSE was recorded at 143,840 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 13,859 miles a year.
Has LB15 ZSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB15 ZSE has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB15 ZSE 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 LB15 ZSE find?
LB15 ZSE passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18; sports exhaust fitted.

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