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BMW 118

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 AOEMOT history

LB12 AOE is a red diesel BMW 118 first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 110,642 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
110,642 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 AOE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 AOE was last recorded at 110,642 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,639 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
7,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,642 miles
  • 2025 – 110,639 miles
  • 2024 – 106,752 miles
  • 2023 – 101,837 miles
  • 2022 – 96,943 miles
  • 2021 – 92,436 miles
  • 2020 – 88,344 miles
  • 2019 – 84,277 miles
  • 2018 – 79,549 miles
  • 2017 – 74,551 miles
  • 2016 – 56,746 miles
  • 2015 – 34,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,642 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod
  • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bump stops perishing

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,642 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    110,642 miles
    Test number
    437920526279
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bump stops perishing
  2. Fail110,641 miles (+2)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,641 miles
    Test number
    253512529802
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bump stops perishing
  3. Fail110,639 miles (+3,887)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,639 miles
    Test number
    110722452103
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner rack end has play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass106,752 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    106,752 miles
    Test number
    233759998593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside head lamp lens damaged
  5. Fail106,751 miles (+4,914)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,751 miles
    Test number
    975684292462
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside head lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps have condensation inside lenses
  6. Pass101,837 miles (+4,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    101,837 miles
    Test number
    392789908654
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass96,943 miles (+4,507)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,943 miles
    Test number
    582134560202
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner steering rack has slight free play
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  8. Pass92,436 miles (+4,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    92,436 miles
    Test number
    607514964589
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside slight play in steering rack
  9. Pass88,344 miles (+4,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,344 miles
    Test number
    819282682165
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All four (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  10. Pass84,277 miles (+4,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,277 miles
    Test number
    626735886146
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass79,549 miles (+4,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,549 miles
    Test number
    429929797008
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  12. Pass74,551 miles (+17,805)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,551 miles
    Test number
    691051214810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,746 miles (+17,971)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,746 miles
    Test number
    253181610249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,775 miles (+4,745)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    38,775 miles
    Test number
    570314203542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,030 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,030 miles
    Test number
    418634335135
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

Questions about LB12 AOE

Does LB12 AOE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 AOE is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 AOE?
The MOT on LB12 AOE is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 AOE done?
LB12 AOE was recorded at 110,642 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 7,195 miles a year.
Has LB12 AOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 AOE has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 AOE 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 AOE find?
LB12 AOE passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front tyre slightly damaged sidewall; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge, and 2 more.

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