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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LL03 AKFMOT history

LL03 AKF is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 7 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 144,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
144,938 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,070 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 AKF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 AKF was last recorded at 144,938 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,931 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,070 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,938 miles
  • 2024 – 143,099 miles
  • 2022 – 141,153 miles
  • 2021 – 138,091 miles
  • 2020 – 136,058 miles
  • 2019 – 132,211 miles
  • 2018 – 129,764 miles
  • 2017 – 125,935 miles
  • 2016 – 121,775 miles
  • 2015 – 116,684 miles
  • 2014 – 114,639 miles
  • 2013 – 104,289 miles
  • 2012 – 92,869 miles
  • 2011 – 81,656 miles
  • 2010 – 67,591 miles
  • 2009 – 56,775 miles
  • 2008 – 46,408 miles
  • 2007 – 30,553 miles
  • 2006 – 25,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,938 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll (4) brake discs are corroded and worn.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension is non-standard (lowered).Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,938 miles (+7)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    144,938 miles
    Test number
    323754940162
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll (4) brake discs are corroded and worn.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension is non-standard (lowered).

  2. Fail144,931 miles (+1,832)2 dangerous7 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,931 miles
    Test number
    997967412808
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll (4) brake discs are corroded and worn.
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses heavily fogged.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension is non-standard (lowered).

  3. Pass143,099 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    143,099 miles
    Test number
    583037164917
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNon-standard suspension fitted (lowered).

  4. Fail143,097 miles (+1,944)7 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,097 miles
    Test number
    254823705213
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass141,153 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    141,153 miles
    Test number
    281301369977
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail141,153 miles (+3,062)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,153 miles
    Test number
    535956757503
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,091 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,091 miles
    Test number
    478451037771
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail138,091 miles (+2,033)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,091 miles
    Test number
    326264263150
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,058 miles (+3,847)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    136,058 miles
    Test number
    230322477617
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective filled with water (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres balding towards outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres balding towards inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass132,211 miles (+3)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,211 miles
    Test number
    972077309613
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Fail132,208 miles (+2,444)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,208 miles
    Test number
    257697852504
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass129,764 miles (+3,829)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    129,764 miles
    Test number
    512072728563
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass125,935 miles (+4,160)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,935 miles
    Test number
    184552353343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass121,775 miles (+5,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    121,775 miles
    Test number
    642423371149
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass116,684 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    116,684 miles
    Test number
    476429295091
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth headlamp beam images poor
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cut

  16. Fail116,684 miles (+2,045)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,684 miles
    Test number
    685914185007
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth headlamp beam images poor
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cut

  17. Pass114,639 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    114,639 miles
    Test number
    498702844307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre approaching wear indicators

  18. Fail114,638 miles (+10,349)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,638 miles
    Test number
    638089134316
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre approaching wear indicators

  19. Pass104,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    104,289 miles
    Test number
    327334443357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail104,289 miles (+11,420)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,289 miles
    Test number
    678604143342
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  21. Pass92,869 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,869 miles
    Test number
    518830442391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/R brake juddering
    • NoteRear brakes binding

  22. Fail92,869 miles (+11,213)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,869 miles
    Test number
    136796622334
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/S/R brake juddering
    • NoteRear brakes binding

  23. Pass81,656 miles (+14,065)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,656 miles
    Test number
    786763391189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,591 miles (+10,816)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,591 miles
    Test number
    260814890464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass56,775 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    56,775 miles
    Test number
    961557499142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,694 miles (+10,286)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,694 miles
    Test number
    272802199189
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  27. Pass46,408 miles (+15,855)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,408 miles
    Test number
    274647698162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,553 miles (+5,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,553 miles
    Test number
    130175797125
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass25,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    25,271 miles
    Test number
    220423096107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 AKF

Does LL03 AKF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 AKF is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 AKF?
The MOT on LL03 AKF is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 AKF done?
LL03 AKF was recorded at 144,938 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 6,070 miles a year.
Has LL03 AKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 AKF has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LL03 AKF 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 LL03 AKF find?
LL03 AKF passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; all (4) brake discs are corroded and worn.; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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