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BMW 7 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 2,979 cc

LA12 VVBMOT history

LA12 VVB is a blue petrol BMW 7 Series first used on 31 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 50,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

LA12 VVB blue BMW 7 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 7 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
50,544 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA12 VVB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
7 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA12 VVB was last recorded at 50,544 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 378 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,166 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
378 miles
Average per year
768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,544 miles
  • 2025 – 50,166 miles
  • 2024 – 49,765 miles
  • 2023 – 49,358 miles
  • 2022 – 48,896 miles
  • 2021 – 48,418 miles
  • 2020 – 47,850 miles
  • 2019 – 46,527 miles
  • 2018 – 45,405 miles
  • 2017 – 44,415 miles
  • 2016 – 43,185 miles
  • 2015 – 41,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,544 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 15 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,544 miles (+378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    50,544 miles
    Test number
    486984700141
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass50,166 miles (+401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    50,166 miles
    Test number
    224995405488
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass49,765 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    49,765 miles
    Test number
    567247910414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail49,762 miles (+404)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,762 miles
    Test number
    108846254239
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords centre of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing over tread and on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing over tread and on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass49,358 miles (+462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,358 miles
    Test number
    336226080990
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass48,896 miles (+478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,896 miles
    Test number
    871994854878
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass48,418 miles (+568)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,418 miles
    Test number
    376741041298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,850 miles (+1,323)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    47,850 miles
    Test number
    207181051728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,527 miles (+1,122)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    46,527 miles
    Test number
    892372780925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,405 miles (+990)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    45,405 miles
    Test number
    987540868201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,415 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    44,415 miles
    Test number
    105161562492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail44,402 miles (+1,217)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,402 miles
    Test number
    330936273770
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass43,185 miles (+1,353)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    43,185 miles
    Test number
    118353538498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass41,832 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,832 miles
    Test number
    219975605167
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LA12 VVB

Does LA12 VVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA12 VVB is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA12 VVB?
The MOT on LA12 VVB is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA12 VVB done?
LA12 VVB was recorded at 50,544 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 768 miles a year.
Has LA12 VVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA12 VVB has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LA12 VVB 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 LA12 VVB find?
LA12 VVB passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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