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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LS05 DFEMOT history

LS05 DFE is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 21 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 16,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

LS05 DFE black BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
16,472 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 DFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 DFE was last recorded at 16,472 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
16,017 miles · 30 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
455 miles
Average per year
259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 16,472 miles
  • 2024 – 16,017 miles
  • 2023 – 14,811 miles
  • 2013 – 13,092 miles
  • 2011 – 12,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass16,472 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 5 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass16,472 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    16,472 miles
    Test number
    134535865248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail16,464 miles (+447)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,464 miles
    Test number
    133598351068
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass16,017 miles (+465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    16,017 miles
    Test number
    582913421151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Low arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Low arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass15,552 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    15,552 miles
    Test number
    549274309685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail15,539 miles (+728)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,539 miles
    Test number
    497399820490
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass14,811 miles (+1,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    14,811 miles
    Test number
    326932174401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass13,092 miles (+476)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    13,092 miles
    Test number
    749615043076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteAdvise cut in outer wall n/s/f tyre
    • NoteUnable to visually inspect inner brake pads
  8. Pass12,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    12,616 miles
    Test number
    577477611238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 DFE

Does LS05 DFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 DFE is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 DFE?
The MOT on LS05 DFE is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 DFE done?
LS05 DFE was recorded at 16,472 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 259 miles a year.
Has LS05 DFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 DFE has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 DFE 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 LS05 DFE find?
LS05 DFE passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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