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BMW 520

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LS53 ZDZMOT history

LS53 ZDZ is a black petrol BMW 520 first used on 4 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 77,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

LS53 ZDZ black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,181 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 ZDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 ZDZ was last recorded at 77,181 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 3,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,821 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,360 miles
Average per year
2,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,181 miles
  • 2025 – 73,821 miles
  • 2024 – 72,313 miles
  • 2023 – 71,109 miles
  • 2022 – 69,530 miles
  • 2021 – 64,458 miles
  • 2020 – 63,306 miles
  • 2019 – 61,742 miles
  • 2018 – 59,301 miles
  • 2016 – 56,038 miles
  • 2015 – 53,439 miles
  • 2014 – 51,852 miles
  • 2013 – 48,406 miles
  • 2012 – 46,234 miles
  • 2011 – 44,543 miles
  • 2010 – 42,352 miles
  • 2009 – 39,076 miles
  • 2008 – 32,729 miles
  • 2007 – 27,001 miles
  • 2006 – 21,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,181 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,181 miles (+3,360)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,181 miles
    Test number
    862121378350
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass73,821 miles (+1,508)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    73,821 miles
    Test number
    247709600573
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass72,313 miles (+1,204)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    72,313 miles
    Test number
    831734674957
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

  4. Pass71,109 miles (+1,579)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    71,109 miles
    Test number
    646518559708
    • MinorFront Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning BOTH (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect BOTH (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass69,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    69,530 miles
    Test number
    143767555306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail69,530 miles (+5,072)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,530 miles
    Test number
    791932766008
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass64,458 miles (+1,152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,458 miles
    Test number
    245673078369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass63,306 miles (+1,564)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,306 miles
    Test number
    327604157333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,742 miles (+2,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,742 miles
    Test number
    150365472085
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass59,301 miles (+3,263)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,301 miles
    Test number
    411362543447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,038 miles (+2,599)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,038 miles
    Test number
    924561712856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,439 miles (+1,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    53,439 miles
    Test number
    675243588927
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass51,852 miles (+3,446)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    51,852 miles
    Test number
    649678634300
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass48,406 miles (+2,172)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    48,406 miles
    Test number
    289418133322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass46,234 miles (+1,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,234 miles
    Test number
    218561242395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass44,543 miles (+2,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    44,543 miles
    Test number
    957671541308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass42,352 miles (+3,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    42,352 miles
    Test number
    960392640393
    • 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)

  18. Pass39,076 miles (+6,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,076 miles
    Test number
    280258939323
    • 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)

  19. Pass32,729 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    32,729 miles
    Test number
    310438038310
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWipers judder intermitantly

  20. Fail32,729 miles (+5,728)4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,729 miles
    Test number
    944288438314
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWipers judder intermitantly

  21. Pass27,001 miles (+5,923)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    27,001 miles
    Test number
    904387937341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    21,078 miles
    Test number
    313614036302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 ZDZ

Does LS53 ZDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 ZDZ is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 ZDZ?
The MOT on LS53 ZDZ is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 ZDZ done?
LS53 ZDZ was recorded at 77,181 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 2,892 miles a year.
Has LS53 ZDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 ZDZ has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 ZDZ 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 ZDZ find?
LS53 ZDZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; central front registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off, and 5 more.

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