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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,926 cc

LS55 ZJZMOT history

LS55 ZJZ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 110,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.

LS55 ZJZ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2026
Mileage
110,335 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 ZJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 ZJZ was last recorded at 110,335 miles on 28 Mar 2025, 7,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,095 miles · 19 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7,240 miles
Average per year
5,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,335 miles
  • 2024 – 103,095 miles
  • 2023 – 97,058 miles
  • 2021 – 82,954 miles
  • 2019 – 75,325 miles
  • 2018 – 69,429 miles
  • 2017 – 62,520 miles
  • 2016 – 56,080 miles
  • 2015 – 50,530 miles
  • 2014 – 42,746 miles
  • 2013 – 35,458 miles
  • 2012 – 33,791 miles
  • 2011 – 28,643 miles
  • 2010 – 24,145 miles
  • 2009 – 19,585 miles
  • 2008 – 16,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,335 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,335 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    110,335 miles
    Test number
    621560668758
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail110,335 miles (+7,240)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,335 miles
    Test number
    161989160661
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass103,095 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,095 miles
    Test number
    338872234121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail103,073 miles (+6,015)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,073 miles
    Test number
    513042958652
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,058 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,058 miles
    Test number
    870598364680
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail97,058 miles (+14,104)4 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,058 miles
    Test number
    484979112924
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both sides leaking fluid (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass82,954 miles (+2,349)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    82,954 miles
    Test number
    802843642397
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front locking fault
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower dampness under fuel neck pipe area?
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides supply pipes marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass80,605 miles (+5,280)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    80,605 miles
    Test number
    988146766489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass75,325 miles (+5,896)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,325 miles
    Test number
    597190611278
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass69,429 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,429 miles
    Test number
    502460368596
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail69,429 miles (+6,909)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,429 miles
    Test number
    787865637030
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass62,520 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,520 miles
    Test number
    397967849570
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

  13. Fail62,520 miles (+6,440)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,520 miles
    Test number
    727027399310
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

  14. Pass56,080 miles (+5,550)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,080 miles
    Test number
    693976423566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,530 miles (+7,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,530 miles
    Test number
    177658295116
    • 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)

  16. Pass42,746 miles (+7,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,746 miles
    Test number
    935329294150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass35,458 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,458 miles
    Test number
    236610503277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,791 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,791 miles
    Test number
    439972942449
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail33,791 miles (+5,148)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,791 miles
    Test number
    836752242348
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass28,643 miles (+4,498)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    28,643 miles
    Test number
    349006111368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass24,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,145 miles
    Test number
    330999620382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,145 miles (+4,560)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,145 miles
    Test number
    592139920354
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear preventing full inspection of adult seat.
    • NoteChild seat fitted to offside rear preventing full inspection of adult seat.
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass19,585 miles (+3,568)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    19,585 miles
    Test number
    930217319300
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass16,017 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,017 miles
    Test number
    314583458328
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCondensation in O/S/F headlamp

Questions about LS55 ZJZ

Does LS55 ZJZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 ZJZ expired on 18 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 ZJZ?
The MOT on LS55 ZJZ expired on 18 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 ZJZ done?
LS55 ZJZ was recorded at 110,335 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2025, an average of 5,796 miles a year.
Has LS55 ZJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 ZJZ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 ZJZ 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 LS55 ZJZ find?
LS55 ZJZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4.

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