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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LS53 ZVAMOT history

LS53 ZVA is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 18 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 82,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
82,616 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 ZVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 ZVA was last recorded at 82,616 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 5,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,642 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,974 miles
Average per year
2,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,616 miles
  • 2025 – 76,642 miles
  • 2020 – 76,595 miles
  • 2018 – 76,503 miles
  • 2017 – 74,380 miles
  • 2016 – 69,418 miles
  • 2015 – 65,168 miles
  • 2014 – 64,140 miles
  • 2013 – 62,708 miles
  • 2012 – 60,064 miles
  • 2011 – 49,466 miles
  • 2010 – 43,057 miles
  • 2009 – 38,512 miles
  • 2008 – 34,844 miles
  • 2007 – 30,958 miles
  • 2006 – 25,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,616 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both head lamp units (4.1.4 (b))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,616 miles (+5,974)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    82,616 miles
    Test number
    676161104880
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both head lamp units (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,642 miles (+47)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,642 miles
    Test number
    901900781649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all suspension and braking components

  3. Pass76,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    76,595 miles
    Test number
    637332237295
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail76,595 miles (+92)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,595 miles
    Test number
    671080518901
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass76,503 miles (+2,123)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,503 miles
    Test number
    556900151967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,380 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    612299657717
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Fail74,380 miles (+4,962)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    670621866420
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass69,418 miles (+4,250)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,418 miles
    Test number
    202968982503
    • AdvisoryOffside Front foglight lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  9. Pass65,168 miles (+1,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,168 miles
    Test number
    718763679941
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass64,140 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,140 miles
    Test number
    716564984271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,708 miles (+2,644)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,708 miles
    Test number
    356372563280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,064 miles (+10,598)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,064 miles
    Test number
    417760182257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,466 miles (+6,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,466 miles
    Test number
    556948771291
    • 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)

  14. Pass43,057 miles (+4,545)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,057 miles
    Test number
    601016060291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,512 miles (+3,668)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    38,512 miles
    Test number
    320555779292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,844 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,844 miles
    Test number
    353656558479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,958 miles (+5,084)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,958 miles
    Test number
    421227877297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,874 miles
    Test number
    344434586456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 ZVA

Does LS53 ZVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 ZVA is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 ZVA?
The MOT on LS53 ZVA is valid until 4 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 ZVA done?
LS53 ZVA was recorded at 82,616 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 2,925 miles a year.
Has LS53 ZVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 ZVA has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on LS53 ZVA 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 ZVA find?
LS53 ZVA passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both head lamp units; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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