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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 EDUMOT history

LB12 EDU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 122,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
122,828 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 EDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
17 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 EDU was last recorded at 122,828 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 13,403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
109,425 miles · 25 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
13,403 miles
Average per year
9,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,828 miles
  • 2024 – 109,425 miles
  • 2023 – 103,701 miles
  • 2022 – 98,111 miles
  • 2021 – 93,281 miles
  • 2020 – 91,701 miles
  • 2019 – 79,015 miles
  • 2018 – 64,886 miles
  • 2017 – 48,424 miles
  • 2016 – 33,566 miles
  • 2015 – 19,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,828 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 12 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,828 miles (+13,403)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    122,828 miles
    Test number
    533536223088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass109,425 miles (+5,724)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    109,425 miles
    Test number
    984039881389
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass103,701 miles (+5,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    103,701 miles
    Test number
    701497512912
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Pass98,111 miles (+4,830)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    98,111 miles
    Test number
    718732129734
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass93,281 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,281 miles
    Test number
    529887543221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,701 miles (+12,686)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,701 miles
    Test number
    348491913903
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass79,015 miles (+14,129)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,015 miles
    Test number
    570088433303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Pass64,886 miles (+16,462)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,886 miles
    Test number
    828807382923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,424 miles (+14,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,424 miles
    Test number
    554193863303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass33,566 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    33,566 miles
    Test number
    867944067232
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s/r tyre
  11. Fail33,566 miles (+14,262)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,566 miles
    Test number
    642935919510
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s/r tyre
  12. Pass19,304 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    19,304 miles
    Test number
    438654225250
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 EDU

Does LB12 EDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 EDU is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 EDU?
The MOT on LB12 EDU is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 EDU done?
LB12 EDU was recorded at 122,828 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 9,380 miles a year.
Has LB12 EDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 EDU has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2016.
Has the mileage on LB12 EDU 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 EDU find?
LB12 EDU passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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