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BMW Z4

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LS53 FUUMOT history

LS53 FUU is a blue petrol BMW Z4 first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 128,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
128,012 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 FUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 FUU was last recorded at 128,012 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 5,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,965 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,047 miles
Average per year
5,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,012 miles
  • 2025 – 122,965 miles
  • 2024 – 116,991 miles
  • 2023 – 111,344 miles
  • 2022 – 107,564 miles
  • 2021 – 106,197 miles
  • 2020 – 105,283 miles
  • 2019 – 102,955 miles
  • 2018 – 99,955 miles
  • 2017 – 95,563 miles
  • 2016 – 91,647 miles
  • 2015 – 89,519 miles
  • 2014 – 85,209 miles
  • 2013 – 81,145 miles
  • 2012 – 73,174 miles
  • 2011 – 72,767 miles
  • 2010 – 65,882 miles
  • 2009 – 50,262 miles
  • 2007 – 30,535 miles
  • 2006 – 26,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,012 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 6 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,012 miles (+5,047)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    128,012 miles
    Test number
    338805365984
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass122,965 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,965 miles
    Test number
    119255272088
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Underside corrosion

  3. Fail122,965 miles (+5,974)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,965 miles
    Test number
    807580536491
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Underside corrosion

  4. Pass116,991 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,991 miles
    Test number
    428065389799
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail116,991 miles (+5,647)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,991 miles
    Test number
    339854255358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass111,344 miles (+3,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    111,344 miles
    Test number
    397747727711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass107,564 miles (+1,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,564 miles
    Test number
    602614320745
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass106,197 miles (+914)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,197 miles
    Test number
    338431678124
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass105,283 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    105,283 miles
    Test number
    683396365438
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail105,280 miles (+2,325)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,280 miles
    Test number
    576313716810
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass102,955 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    102,955 miles
    Test number
    177846666261
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light not working

  12. Fail102,955 miles (+3,000)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,955 miles
    Test number
    769897208604
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light not working

  13. Pass99,955 miles (+4,392)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    99,955 miles
    Test number
    130568520468
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn unevenly
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working

  14. Pass95,563 miles (+3,916)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    95,563 miles
    Test number
    745545632306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,647 miles (+2,128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    91,647 miles
    Test number
    864426834632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass89,519 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    89,519 miles
    Test number
    619842875035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,518 miles (+4,309)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,518 miles
    Test number
    575102765015
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs cooroded

  18. Pass85,209 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    85,209 miles
    Test number
    289991074029
    • NoteCentre stop not working
    • NoteDrivers seat belt starting to fluff
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  19. Fail85,209 miles (+4,064)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,209 miles
    Test number
    836211974007
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre stop not working
    • NoteDrivers seat belt starting to fluff
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  20. Pass81,145 miles (+7,971)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,145 miles
    Test number
    367141063081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,174 miles (+407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,174 miles
    Test number
    177767162022
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass72,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    72,767 miles
    Test number
    296199651008
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail72,767 miles (+6,885)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,767 miles
    Test number
    279829451070
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass65,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,882 miles
    Test number
    723422960089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,882 miles (+15,620)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,882 miles
    Test number
    354401760093
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  26. Pass50,262 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,262 miles
    Test number
    122682209420
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad light on

  27. Fail50,262 miles (+19,727)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,262 miles
    Test number
    364612209087
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad light on

  28. Pass30,535 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    30,535 miles
    Test number
    311544947309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,279 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,279 miles
    Test number
    511489917391
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail30,279 miles (+3,958)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,279 miles
    Test number
    724669417352
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass26,321 miles (+38)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    26,321 miles
    Test number
    710713916371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth f/tyres worn on outers
    • NoteO/s/f of f/alloy floor tray. slightly damaged

  32. Fail26,283 miles1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,283 miles
    Test number
    871560116337
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • NoteO/s/f of front alloy floor tray , slightly damaged

Questions about LS53 FUU

Does LS53 FUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 FUU is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 FUU?
The MOT on LS53 FUU is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 FUU done?
LS53 FUU was recorded at 128,012 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 5,254 miles a year.
Has LS53 FUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 FUU has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 FUU 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 LS53 FUU find?
LS53 FUU passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: brake lever pivots slightly worn; front outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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