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BMW 120

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 ETUMOT history

LB12 ETU is a red diesel BMW 120 first used on 6 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 110,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
110,965 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 ETU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 ETU was last recorded at 110,965 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 9,033 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
101,932 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,033 miles
Average per year
8,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,965 miles
  • 2024 – 101,932 miles
  • 2023 – 92,699 miles
  • 2022 – 87,033 miles
  • 2021 – 78,961 miles
  • 2020 – 74,443 miles
  • 2019 – 67,583 miles
  • 2018 – 56,883 miles
  • 2017 – 45,557 miles
  • 2016 – 33,996 miles
  • 2015 – 28,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,965 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUndertray fitted restricting inspection

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 10 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,965 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,965 miles
    Test number
    668395538447
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted restricting inspection

  2. Fail110,965 miles (+9,033)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,965 miles
    Test number
    804995690406
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted restricting inspection

  3. Pass101,932 miles (+9,233)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,932 miles
    Test number
    832059594849
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting full inspection of componants

  4. Pass92,699 miles (+5,666)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,699 miles
    Test number
    170637535533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,033 miles (+8,072)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,033 miles
    Test number
    180455493496
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody under covers & Engine undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.
    • AdvisoryFront Tracking Recommended
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Has been repaired (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass78,961 miles (+4,518)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,961 miles
    Test number
    966975240598
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted to the vehicle

  7. Pass74,443 miles (+6,860)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,443 miles
    Test number
    408852987984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,583 miles (+10,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,583 miles
    Test number
    365743731205
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted preventing full inspection

  9. Pass56,883 miles (+11,326)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    56,883 miles
    Test number
    579721790328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,557 miles (+11,561)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,557 miles
    Test number
    731797897394
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted preventing full inspection

  11. Pass33,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    365821084261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail33,996 miles (+5,931)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    632095524839
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sidewall damage

  13. Pass28,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,065 miles
    Test number
    398391765162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 ETU

Does LB12 ETU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 ETU is valid until 15 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB12 ETU?
The MOT on LB12 ETU is valid until 15 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 ETU done?
LB12 ETU was recorded at 110,965 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 8,008 miles a year.
Has LB12 ETU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 ETU has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 ETU 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 ETU find?
LB12 ETU passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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