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Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 AKZMOT history

LB12 AKZ is a blue diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 16 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 170,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
170,862 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 AKZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 AKZ was last recorded at 170,862 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 2,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
167,939 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,923 miles
Average per year
8,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,862 miles
  • 2025 – 167,939 miles
  • 2024 – 164,295 miles
  • 2023 – 160,898 miles
  • 2021 – 149,501 miles
  • 2020 – 142,701 miles
  • 2019 – 131,124 miles
  • 2018 – 120,673 miles
  • 2017 – 110,018 miles
  • 2016 – 97,792 miles
  • 2015 – 73,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,862 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 9 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,862 miles (+2,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    170,862 miles
    Test number
    341025974492
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass167,939 miles (+3,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    167,939 miles
    Test number
    404886874540
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass164,295 miles (+3,397)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    164,295 miles
    Test number
    771686652527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass160,898 miles (+11,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    160,898 miles
    Test number
    833843219122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass149,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,501 miles
    Test number
    290985872336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail149,501 miles (+6,800)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,501 miles
    Test number
    367062860172
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass142,701 miles (+11,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    142,701 miles
    Test number
    737469477301
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass131,124 miles (+10,451)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,124 miles
    Test number
    879634406410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,673 miles
    Test number
    686892653250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,673 miles (+10,655)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,673 miles
    Test number
    461908051024
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass110,018 miles (+12,226)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    110,018 miles
    Test number
    511980482758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,792 miles (+24,293)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,792 miles
    Test number
    339582871882
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1/2 worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted impairing inspection

  13. Pass73,499 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,499 miles
    Test number
    205920365442
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 AKZ

Does LB12 AKZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 AKZ is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 AKZ?
The MOT on LB12 AKZ is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 AKZ done?
LB12 AKZ was recorded at 170,862 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 8,746 miles a year.
Has LB12 AKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 AKZ has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB12 AKZ 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 AKZ find?
LB12 AKZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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