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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LM54 DSZMOT history

LM54 DSZ is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 162,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
162,434 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 DSZ was last recorded at 162,434 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 5,862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,572 miles · 31 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,862 miles
Average per year
8,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,434 miles
  • 2024 – 156,572 miles
  • 2023 – 139,148 miles
  • 2021 – 130,997 miles
  • 2019 – 105,289 miles
  • 2018 – 98,410 miles
  • 2017 – 93,043 miles
  • 2016 – 77,434 miles
  • 2015 – 66,476 miles
  • 2014 – 62,864 miles
  • 2013 – 57,559 miles
  • 2012 – 48,800 miles
  • 2011 – 41,716 miles
  • 2010 – 32,581 miles
  • 2009 – 22,956 miles
  • 2008 – 15,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,434 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine covers / under trays / sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,434 miles (+5,862)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    162,434 miles
    Test number
    640521053710
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass156,572 miles (+9,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    156,572 miles
    Test number
    714149005566
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass147,376 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    147,376 miles
    Test number
    601836319302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays / sill covers fitted

  4. Fail147,370 miles (+8,222)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,370 miles
    Test number
    979875575440
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wipers do not return to rest position (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays / sill covers fitted

  5. Pass139,148 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    139,148 miles
    Test number
    553981202098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail139,147 miles (+8,150)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,147 miles
    Test number
    958046406811
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass130,997 miles (+4,498)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    130,997 miles
    Test number
    770606087485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,499 miles (+21,210)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,499 miles
    Test number
    426587482185
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass105,289 miles (+6,879)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,289 miles
    Test number
    840487540956
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass98,410 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,410 miles
    Test number
    786486094947
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mainline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail98,410 miles (+5,367)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,410 miles
    Test number
    155776893838
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mainline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass93,043 miles (+15,609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,043 miles
    Test number
    107295720041
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass77,434 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,434 miles
    Test number
    529850273579
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both front D clamp bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension ride height sensor linkage seized
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust hanger broken but system still adequately supported

  14. Fail77,434 miles (+10,958)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,434 miles
    Test number
    161816177673
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both front D clamp bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension ride height sensor linkage seized
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust hanger broken but system still adequately supported

  15. Pass66,476 miles (+3,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,476 miles
    Test number
    597317435028
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass62,864 miles (+5,305)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,864 miles
    Test number
    725079924171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,559 miles (+1,050)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,559 miles
    Test number
    286076133123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,509 miles (+7,709)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,509 miles
    Test number
    108583003194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,800 miles (+7,084)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,800 miles
    Test number
    475481492059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,716 miles (+9,135)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,716 miles
    Test number
    697976101143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,581 miles (+9,625)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,581 miles
    Test number
    810612470047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,956 miles (+7,162)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    22,956 miles
    Test number
    132363649029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,794 miles
    Test number
    101317408474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 DSZ

Does LM54 DSZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 DSZ is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DSZ?
The MOT on LM54 DSZ is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 DSZ done?
LM54 DSZ was recorded at 162,434 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 8,080 miles a year.
Has LM54 DSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DSZ has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 DSZ 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 LM54 DSZ find?
LM54 DSZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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