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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LA12 VVMMOT history

LA12 VVM is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 136,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LA12 VVM grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,030 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA12 VVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA12 VVM was last recorded at 136,030 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 10,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,410 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,620 miles
Average per year
9,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,030 miles
  • 2025 – 125,410 miles
  • 2024 – 115,748 miles
  • 2023 – 103,407 miles
  • 2022 – 92,814 miles
  • 2021 – 85,905 miles
  • 2020 – 72,444 miles
  • 2019 – 60,314 miles
  • 2018 – 54,975 miles
  • 2017 – 48,154 miles
  • 2016 – 44,006 miles
  • 2015 – 34,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,030 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,030 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,030 miles
    Test number
    715857876222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,023 miles (+10,613)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,023 miles
    Test number
    250684683099
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass125,410 miles (+9,662)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,410 miles
    Test number
    791037765850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,748 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    115,748 miles
    Test number
    884433172574
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail115,748 miles (+12,341)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,748 miles
    Test number
    824056737899
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,407 miles (+10,593)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,407 miles
    Test number
    368911908481
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,814 miles (+6,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,814 miles
    Test number
    967280218296
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to its minimum limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass85,905 miles (+13,461)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,905 miles
    Test number
    745617239240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth om edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDamage to screen

  9. Pass72,444 miles (+12,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    72,444 miles
    Test number
    766040501131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass60,314 miles (+5,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    60,314 miles
    Test number
    707090215436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass54,975 miles (+6,821)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    54,975 miles
    Test number
    458722043450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    48,154 miles
    Test number
    287275722145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,154 miles (+4,148)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,154 miles
    Test number
    935050436494
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  14. Pass44,006 miles (+9,469)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,006 miles
    Test number
    286751524545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,537 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,537 miles
    Test number
    286327275134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,535 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,535 miles
    Test number
    307856475106
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA12 VVM

Does LA12 VVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA12 VVM is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA12 VVM?
The MOT on LA12 VVM is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA12 VVM done?
LA12 VVM was recorded at 136,030 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 9,464 miles a year.
Has LA12 VVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA12 VVM has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LA12 VVM 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 VVM find?
LA12 VVM passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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