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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

LB54 VHCMOT history

LB54 VHC is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 25 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 132,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
132,427 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 VHC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 VHC was last recorded at 132,427 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 1,487 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,940 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,487 miles
Average per year
5,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,427 miles
  • 2024 – 130,940 miles
  • 2023 – 129,983 miles
  • 2022 – 126,655 miles
  • 2021 – 125,173 miles
  • 2020 – 123,990 miles
  • 2019 – 123,080 miles
  • 2018 – 122,055 miles
  • 2017 – 121,101 miles
  • 2016 – 119,400 miles
  • 2015 – 117,537 miles
  • 2014 – 115,719 miles
  • 2013 – 111,425 miles
  • 2012 – 103,561 miles
  • 2011 – 70,738 miles
  • 2010 – 54,994 miles
  • 2009 – 40,692 miles
  • 2008 – 28,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,427 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    132,427 miles
    Test number
    752320461253
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,427 miles (+1,487)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,427 miles
    Test number
    827049363035
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,940 miles (+957)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    130,940 miles
    Test number
    230909884207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,983 miles
    Test number
    633317474251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail129,981 miles (+3,326)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,981 miles
    Test number
    801774720071
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass126,655 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    126,655 miles
    Test number
    494192404548
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail126,616 miles (+1,443)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,616 miles
    Test number
    772339674918
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass125,173 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    125,173 miles
    Test number
    172509091491
    • 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))

  9. Fail125,173 miles (+1,183)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,173 miles
    Test number
    465354846193
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))

  10. Pass123,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,990 miles
    Test number
    319885582155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail123,990 miles (+910)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,990 miles
    Test number
    797463067441
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass123,080 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,080 miles
    Test number
    991003130790
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail123,080 miles (+1,025)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,080 miles
    Test number
    334039629058
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass122,055 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    122,055 miles
    Test number
    206901227762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail122,055 miles (+954)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,055 miles
    Test number
    749489993943
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass121,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    121,101 miles
    Test number
    227307960440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail121,101 miles (+1,701)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,101 miles
    Test number
    240266331546
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass119,400 miles (+1,863)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,400 miles
    Test number
    537426033654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass117,537 miles (+1,818)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    117,537 miles
    Test number
    449023842581
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass115,719 miles (+4,294)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    115,719 miles
    Test number
    908635234389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass111,425 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    111,425 miles
    Test number
    285032523396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail111,423 miles (+7,862)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,423 miles
    Test number
    138225013377
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass103,561 miles (+32,823)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    103,561 miles
    Test number
    116041442315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail70,738 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,738 miles
    Test number
    139093911086
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  25. Pass70,738 miles (+15,744)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    70,738 miles
    Test number
    408113211078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,994 miles (+14,302)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,994 miles
    Test number
    234902220060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,692 miles (+12,503)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,692 miles
    Test number
    501122319017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass28,189 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,189 miles
    Test number
    234753628068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB54 VHC

Does LB54 VHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 VHC is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB54 VHC?
The MOT on LB54 VHC is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 VHC done?
LB54 VHC was recorded at 132,427 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 5,830 miles a year.
Has LB54 VHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 VHC has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 VHC 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 LB54 VHC find?
LB54 VHC passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive.

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