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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

LS04 GHKMOT history

LS04 GHK is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 30 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 135,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
135,820 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 GHK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 GHK was last recorded at 135,820 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 2,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2024: 128,256 miles, lower than 128,528 miles on 5 Aug 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
133,092 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,728 miles
Average per year
5,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,820 miles
  • 2025 – 133,092 miles
  • 2024 – 128,256 miles
  • 2022 – 123,979 miles
  • 2021 – 123,967 miles
  • 2019 – 123,168 miles
  • 2018 – 116,805 miles
  • 2017 – 116,566 miles
  • 2016 – 104,345 miles
  • 2015 – 96,506 miles
  • 2014 – 88,991 miles
  • 2013 – 80,466 miles
  • 2012 – 72,657 miles
  • 2011 – 63,121 miles
  • 2010 – 52,818 miles
  • 2009 – 46,300 miles
  • 2008 – 33,215 miles
  • 2007 – 22,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,820 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 29 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,820 miles (+2,728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    135,820 miles
    Test number
    812635975628
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass133,092 miles (+4,836)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    133,092 miles
    Test number
    279235813927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))

  3. Pass128,256 miles (-272)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    128,256 miles
    Test number
    708456204749
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail128,528 miles (+287)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,528 miles
    Test number
    739869549181
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail128,241 miles (+11)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,241 miles
    Test number
    849278979175
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail128,230 miles (+4,251)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,230 miles
    Test number
    354684597171
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  7. Pass123,979 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    123,979 miles
    Test number
    582789741368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear metal brake line corroding

  8. Fail123,967 miles (+799)3 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,967 miles
    Test number
    289081345172
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass123,168 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,168 miles
    Test number
    305472756111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner wheel rim Fractured
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail123,168 miles (+6,363)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,168 miles
    Test number
    379623095053
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner wheel rim Fractured
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass116,805 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    116,805 miles
    Test number
    486228501844
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail116,805 miles (+239)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,805 miles
    Test number
    811799651078
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLow coolant light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre monitoring light illuminated

  13. Pass116,566 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    116,566 miles
    Test number
    586059736625
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Under floor (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light illuminated
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  14. Fail116,566 miles (+12,221)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,566 miles
    Test number
    671006819057
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel fractured Inner bead (4.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Under floor (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light illuminated
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass104,345 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    104,345 miles
    Test number
    870100066549
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear pipes over axle - unable to fully assess condition. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail104,345 miles (+7,839)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,345 miles
    Test number
    429280284285
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear pipes over axle - unable to fully assess condition. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass96,506 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,506 miles
    Test number
    756622405249
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail96,506 miles (+7,515)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,506 miles
    Test number
    775772305294
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail88,991 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,991 miles
    Test number
    246176274144
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  20. Pass88,991 miles (+8,525)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,991 miles
    Test number
    327616674109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,466 miles (+7,809)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    80,466 miles
    Test number
    918332083171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • NoteRear brake discs are in poor condition

  22. Pass72,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,657 miles
    Test number
    669188692122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,657 miles (+9,536)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,657 miles
    Test number
    417786492198
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass63,121 miles (+10,303)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    63,121 miles
    Test number
    849353581187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,818 miles (+6,518)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,818 miles
    Test number
    142182780146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,300 miles
    Test number
    261941799185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,300 miles (+13,085)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,300 miles
    Test number
    630677489112
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass33,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,215 miles
    Test number
    680263078194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail33,215 miles (+11,009)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,215 miles
    Test number
    701212678194
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass22,206 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    22,206 miles
    Test number
    312975287181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass21,839 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,839 miles
    Test number
    963588987005
    • NoteN/S/R tyre wearing slightly close to tread indicators

Questions about LS04 GHK

Does LS04 GHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS04 GHK is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS04 GHK?
The MOT on LS04 GHK is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS04 GHK done?
LS04 GHK was recorded at 135,820 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 5,889 miles a year.
Has LS04 GHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 GHK has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LS04 GHK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS04 GHK find?
LS04 GHK passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper.

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