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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LM03 OHBMOT history

LM03 OHB is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 20 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,507 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 OHB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 OHB was last recorded at 76,507 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,922 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
585 miles
Average per year
3,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,507 miles
  • 2024 – 75,922 miles
  • 2023 – 73,530 miles
  • 2022 – 71,690 miles
  • 2021 – 69,264 miles
  • 2020 – 67,522 miles
  • 2019 – 65,312 miles
  • 2018 – 61,765 miles
  • 2017 – 61,460 miles
  • 2016 – 60,783 miles
  • 2015 – 56,517 miles
  • 2014 – 54,033 miles
  • 2013 – 51,056 miles
  • 2012 – 48,111 miles
  • 2011 – 44,773 miles
  • 2010 – 37,630 miles
  • 2009 – 29,270 miles
  • 2008 – 21,128 miles
  • 2006 – 14,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,507 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material boirderline (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material borderline (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAdvise condition of rear heat sheild

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Advise condition of rear metal heat shield

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,507 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,507 miles
    Test number
    691392027573
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material boirderline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material borderline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of rear heat sheild

  2. Fail76,505 miles (+583)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,505 miles
    Test number
    775822268579
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material boirderline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material borderline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of rear heat sheild

  3. Pass75,922 miles (+2)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    75,922 miles
    Test number
    967882828538
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of rear metal heat shield
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play N/F and O/F (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened O/R and N/R (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail75,920 miles (+2,390)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,920 miles
    Test number
    385264687236
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of rear metal heat shield
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play N/F and O/F (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened O/R and N/R (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass73,530 miles (+4)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    73,530 miles
    Test number
    421873874796
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail73,526 miles (+1,836)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,526 miles
    Test number
    716581623511
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass71,690 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    71,690 miles
    Test number
    163696497546
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of rear exhaust heat shield

  8. Fail71,690 miles (+2,426)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,690 miles
    Test number
    720188643429
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of rear exhaust heat shield

  9. Pass69,264 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    69,264 miles
    Test number
    991752129090
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of rear exhaust heat sheild

  10. Fail69,262 miles (+1,740)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,262 miles
    Test number
    513797376792
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of rear exhaust heat sheild

  11. Pass67,522 miles (+2,210)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    67,522 miles
    Test number
    965813799515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass65,312 miles (+3,547)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,312 miles
    Test number
    261524054645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush borderline (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass61,765 miles (+305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,765 miles
    Test number
    104163783591
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass61,460 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,460 miles
    Test number
    541611460981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail61,460 miles (+677)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,460 miles
    Test number
    496752811726
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass60,783 miles (+4,266)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,783 miles
    Test number
    307547301008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,517 miles (+2,484)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    56,517 miles
    Test number
    139304885102
    • NoteNoise from cam chain area

  18. Pass54,033 miles (+2,977)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,033 miles
    Test number
    269633284450
    • NoteBoth front headlamp lenses starting to deteriorate

  19. Pass51,056 miles (+140)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,056 miles
    Test number
    567394253198
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  20. Fail50,916 miles (+2,805)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,916 miles
    Test number
    275521033473
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  21. Pass48,111 miles (+3,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,111 miles
    Test number
    215966032136
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass44,773 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,773 miles
    Test number
    657152831130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,725 miles (+7,095)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,725 miles
    Test number
    909719421192
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass37,630 miles (+8,360)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,630 miles
    Test number
    410977490049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,270 miles (+8,142)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,270 miles
    Test number
    950412999026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,128 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,128 miles
    Test number
    731790388095
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on inner edge to excess. N/S/F tyre wearing on inner and outer edge to excess. N/S/R tyre worn on inner edge to excess.

  27. Pass21,128 miles (+7,052)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,128 miles
    Test number
    901780188064
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on inner edge to excess. N/S/F tyre wearing on inner and outer edge to excess. N/S/R tyre worn on inner edge to excess.

  28. Pass14,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,076 miles
    Test number
    141415716392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 OHB

Does LM03 OHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 OHB is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 OHB?
The MOT on LM03 OHB is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 OHB done?
LM03 OHB was recorded at 76,507 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,230 miles a year.
Has LM03 OHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 OHB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 OHB 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 LM03 OHB find?
LM03 OHB passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 10 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material boirderline, and 7 more.

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