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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

A12 LPYMOT history

A12 LPY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Aug 2007. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 188,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

A12 LPY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
188,495 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 LPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Aug 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 LPY was last recorded at 188,495 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,493 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,495 miles
  • 2022 – 164,801 miles
  • 2021 – 153,939 miles
  • 2020 – 145,480 miles
  • 2019 – 135,372 miles
  • 2018 – 126,091 miles
  • 2017 – 117,888 miles
  • 2016 – 109,881 miles
  • 2015 – 103,210 miles
  • 2014 – 94,648 miles
  • 2013 – 82,425 miles
  • 2012 – 70,440 miles
  • 2011 – 58,359 miles
  • 2010 – 53,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,495 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,495 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    188,495 miles
    Test number
    272423867821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail188,493 miles (+23,692)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,493 miles
    Test number
    369785658131
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass164,801 miles (+10,862)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    164,801 miles
    Test number
    593972934263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,939 miles (+8,459)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    153,939 miles
    Test number
    350823797736
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,480 miles (+10,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    145,480 miles
    Test number
    122882718548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass135,372 miles (+9,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,372 miles
    Test number
    850957302265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass126,091 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    126,091 miles
    Test number
    974265588394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,088 miles (+8,200)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,088 miles
    Test number
    319627376644
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass117,888 miles (+8,007)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    117,888 miles
    Test number
    748607397955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,881 miles (+6,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,881 miles
    Test number
    446375077746
    • 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)

  11. Pass103,210 miles (+8,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,210 miles
    Test number
    119107755183
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass94,648 miles (+12,223)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    94,648 miles
    Test number
    548759274081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,425 miles (+11,985)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,425 miles
    Test number
    467645193067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,440 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,440 miles
    Test number
    569096272002
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  15. Pass70,440 miles (+12,081)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,440 miles
    Test number
    829886572047
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  16. Pass58,359 miles (+4,639)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,359 miles
    Test number
    776667691087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,720 miles
    Test number
    483642350298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 LPY

Does A12 LPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 LPY is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 LPY?
The MOT on A12 LPY is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 LPY done?
A12 LPY was recorded at 188,495 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 8,512 miles a year.
Has A12 LPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 LPY has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on A12 LPY 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 A12 LPY find?
A12 LPY passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm.

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