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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 AKUMOT history

LB12 AKU is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2012. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 138,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2026
Mileage
138,127 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 AKU
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
16 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 AKU was last recorded at 138,127 miles on 16 Jun 2025, 244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,883 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
244 miles
Average per year
10,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,127 miles
  • 2024 – 130,270 miles
  • 2023 – 123,868 miles
  • 2022 – 115,211 miles
  • 2021 – 106,708 miles
  • 2019 – 92,103 miles
  • 2018 – 81,288 miles
  • 2017 – 67,976 miles
  • 2016 – 49,890 miles
  • 2015 – 35,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,127 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,127 miles (+244)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    138,127 miles
    Test number
    859736255837
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail137,883 miles (+7,613)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,883 miles
    Test number
    755689254933
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass130,270 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    130,270 miles
    Test number
    784502250311
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play offside front inner rack end has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear tyre inner edge slight worn (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail130,269 miles (+6,401)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,269 miles
    Test number
    906296484323
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn near side front bottom wishbone arm rear bush has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords near side front tyre cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play offside front inner rack end has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear tyre inner edge slight worn (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass123,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    123,868 miles
    Test number
    482720367038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,868 miles (+8,657)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,868 miles
    Test number
    254428354410
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass115,211 miles (+8,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    115,211 miles
    Test number
    407660402397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Big Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Big Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,708 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    106,708 miles
    Test number
    832074647104
    • 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))

  9. Fail106,703 miles (+1,016)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,703 miles
    Test number
    795965701140
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • 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))

  10. Fail105,687 miles (+13,584)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,687 miles
    Test number
    783374524179
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light illuminated

  11. Pass92,103 miles (+10,815)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,103 miles
    Test number
    214454084686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,288 miles (+13,312)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,288 miles
    Test number
    463009621784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,976 miles (+18,086)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,976 miles
    Test number
    323487703005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,890 miles (+14,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    49,890 miles
    Test number
    444426537559
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass35,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,656 miles
    Test number
    225134735192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 AKU

Does LB12 AKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB12 AKU expired on 15 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB12 AKU?
The MOT on LB12 AKU expired on 15 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB12 AKU done?
LB12 AKU was recorded at 138,127 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2025, an average of 10,154 miles a year.
Has LB12 AKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 AKU has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 AKU 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 LB12 AKU find?
LB12 AKU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: brake fluid warning lamp illuminated; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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