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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LR53 BVEMOT history

LR53 BVE is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 16 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 34,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
34,911 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 BVE
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
16 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 BVE was last recorded at 34,911 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 464 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,447 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
464 miles
Average per year
1,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,911 miles
  • 2025 – 34,447 miles
  • 2024 – 34,063 miles
  • 2023 – 33,925 miles
  • 2022 – 33,700 miles
  • 2021 – 33,069 miles
  • 2020 – 32,739 miles
  • 2019 – 32,096 miles
  • 2018 – 30,268 miles
  • 2017 – 29,321 miles
  • 2016 – 28,014 miles
  • 2015 – 27,120 miles
  • 2014 – 26,201 miles
  • 2013 – 25,349 miles
  • 2012 – 23,265 miles
  • 2011 – 19,025 miles
  • 2010 – 17,893 miles
  • 2009 – 15,103 miles
  • 2007 – 13,332 miles
  • 2006 – 12,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,911 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bump stops have fallen to bits

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,911 miles (+464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    34,911 miles
    Test number
    472205645508
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bump stops have fallen to bits

  2. Pass34,447 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    34,447 miles
    Test number
    108750516641
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail34,445 miles (+382)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,445 miles
    Test number
    796927589877
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords On inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mounting cracked/ split (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass34,063 miles (+138)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    34,063 miles
    Test number
    471377762921
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass33,925 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    33,925 miles
    Test number
    973961279939
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail33,924 miles (+224)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,924 miles
    Test number
    864485308901
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass33,700 miles (+631)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    33,700 miles
    Test number
    832888636802
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres perishing and wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass33,069 miles (+330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    33,069 miles
    Test number
    222953969463
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2mm on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass32,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    32,739 miles
    Test number
    608873584803
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail32,736 miles (+640)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,736 miles
    Test number
    398118376556
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass32,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    32,096 miles
    Test number
    571778488863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail32,094 miles (+1,826)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,094 miles
    Test number
    635069442805
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass30,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    30,268 miles
    Test number
    626029245813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,265 miles (+944)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,265 miles
    Test number
    790470456998
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass29,321 miles (+1,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    29,321 miles
    Test number
    975948096708
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom arms rear bushes slight movement

  16. Pass28,014 miles (+894)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    28,014 miles
    Test number
    524180581712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    27,120 miles
    Test number
    785463725243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,120 miles (+919)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,120 miles
    Test number
    429142125293
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  19. Pass26,201 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    26,201 miles
    Test number
    197338734234
    • NoteFront tyres perished and wearing on inner edges

  20. Fail26,201 miles (+852)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,201 miles
    Test number
    197258634294
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFront tyres perished and wearing on inner edges

  21. Pass25,349 miles (+2,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,349 miles
    Test number
    885795633204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass23,265 miles (+4,240)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    23,265 miles
    Test number
    846594342254
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 1.6mm and badly worn on inside edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 2mm and badly worn on inside edge

  23. Pass19,025 miles (+1,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    19,025 miles
    Test number
    428251731221
    • 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)

  24. Pass17,893 miles (+2,790)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    17,893 miles
    Test number
    434783140226
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear on inside edges

  25. Pass15,103 miles (+1,771)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    15,103 miles
    Test number
    333904539236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,332 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    13,332 miles
    Test number
    311685937416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass12,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    12,032 miles
    Test number
    331091766219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 BVE

Does LR53 BVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 BVE is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 BVE?
The MOT on LR53 BVE is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 BVE done?
LR53 BVE was recorded at 34,911 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 1,149 miles a year.
Has LR53 BVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 BVE has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 BVE 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 LR53 BVE find?
LR53 BVE passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear shock absorber bump stops have fallen to bits.

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