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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 EVLMOT history

LB12 EVL is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 16 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 131,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
131,632 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 EVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 EVL was last recorded at 131,632 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,273 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
359 miles
Average per year
9,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,632 miles
  • 2025 – 116,914 miles
  • 2024 – 105,031 miles
  • 2023 – 92,930 miles
  • 2022 – 80,505 miles
  • 2021 – 70,622 miles
  • 2020 – 61,939 miles
  • 2019 – 53,888 miles
  • 2018 – 47,984 miles
  • 2017 – 37,694 miles
  • 2016 – 35,801 miles
  • 2015 – 30,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,632 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,632 miles (+359)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    131,632 miles
    Test number
    329973477003
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail131,273 miles (+14,359)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,273 miles
    Test number
    828513469822
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure FRONT FLEXI BROKEN AND A SLIGHT LEAK OF GASES (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FROM REAR DIFF' (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass116,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    116,914 miles
    Test number
    697171810671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail116,914 miles (+11,883)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,914 miles
    Test number
    216378477294
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass105,031 miles (+12,101)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    105,031 miles
    Test number
    392268773366
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass92,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,930 miles
    Test number
    540136601284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,930 miles (+12,425)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,930 miles
    Test number
    753549414882
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 rft (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  8. Pass80,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,505 miles
    Test number
    968016011129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail80,505 miles (+9,883)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,505 miles
    Test number
    687316606050
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass70,622 miles (+56)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    70,622 miles
    Test number
    654050125231
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Fail70,566 miles (+8,627)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,566 miles
    Test number
    182343906581
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass61,939 miles (+8,051)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,939 miles
    Test number
    165819070207
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass53,888 miles (+5,904)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    53,888 miles
    Test number
    808663366064
    • AdvisoryBOTH front tyres NOT run flat
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  14. Pass47,984 miles (+10,290)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,984 miles
    Test number
    231349595243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,694 miles (+1,893)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    37,694 miles
    Test number
    391106364818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,801 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,801 miles
    Test number
    791196675685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,933 miles
    Test number
    675917575138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 EVL

Does LB12 EVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 EVL is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 EVL?
The MOT on LB12 EVL is valid until 21 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 EVL done?
LB12 EVL was recorded at 131,632 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 9,032 miles a year.
Has LB12 EVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 EVL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 EVL 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 EVL find?
LB12 EVL passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; items removed from driver's view prior to test; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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