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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LS08 ZXZMOT history

LS08 ZXZ is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 136,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

LS08 ZXZ black BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,866 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 ZXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 ZXZ was last recorded at 136,866 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,866 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,866 miles
  • 2025 – 136,481 miles
  • 2024 – 136,114 miles
  • 2023 – 131,976 miles
  • 2022 – 124,332 miles
  • 2021 – 106,775 miles
  • 2020 – 94,455 miles
  • 2019 – 84,438 miles
  • 2018 – 72,938 miles
  • 2017 – 62,394 miles
  • 2016 – 51,576 miles
  • 2015 – 49,377 miles
  • 2014 – 47,085 miles
  • 2013 – 43,397 miles
  • 2012 – 36,951 miles
  • 2011 – 28,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,866 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,866 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,866 miles
    Test number
    504684896248
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,866 miles (+385)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,866 miles
    Test number
    730948152928
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass136,481 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    136,481 miles
    Test number
    654067716846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,114 miles (+4,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    136,114 miles
    Test number
    424687199590
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass131,976 miles (+7,644)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,976 miles
    Test number
    792203684672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass124,332 miles (+17,557)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,332 miles
    Test number
    643719076193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,775 miles (+12,320)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,775 miles
    Test number
    917361783951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,455 miles (+10,017)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,455 miles
    Test number
    420894982185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,438 miles
    Test number
    693072001738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,438 miles (+11,500)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,438 miles
    Test number
    123375435096
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,938 miles (+10,544)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,938 miles
    Test number
    795661877518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,394 miles (+10,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,394 miles
    Test number
    907041339310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  13. Pass51,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,576 miles
    Test number
    487024212811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,576 miles (+2,199)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,576 miles
    Test number
    455673426600
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass49,377 miles (+2,292)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,377 miles
    Test number
    957515085049
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre low on inner edge

  16. Pass47,085 miles (+3)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,085 miles
    Test number
    365903394073
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Fail47,082 miles (+3,685)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,082 miles
    Test number
    567342294097
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass43,397 miles (+6,446)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,397 miles
    Test number
    159417483004
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass36,951 miles (+8,073)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    36,951 miles
    Test number
    649888882058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBonnet catch siezed
    • NoteFront discs lipped and scored inner faces
    • NoteFront wipers poor
    • NoteService indicator flashing -200 miles

  20. Pass28,878 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,878 miles
    Test number
    537403971052
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  21. Fail28,878 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,878 miles
    Test number
    166063471442
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

Questions about LS08 ZXZ

Does LS08 ZXZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 ZXZ is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS08 ZXZ?
The MOT on LS08 ZXZ is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 ZXZ done?
LS08 ZXZ was recorded at 136,866 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 7,209 miles a year.
Has LS08 ZXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 ZXZ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS08 ZXZ 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 LS08 ZXZ find?
LS08 ZXZ passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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