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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 FKYMOT history

LB12 FKY is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 197,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
197,002 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,077 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 FKY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 FKY was last recorded at 197,002 miles on 18 May 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,990 miles · 15 May 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
10,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,002 miles
  • 2025 – 189,464 miles
  • 2024 – 179,391 miles
  • 2023 – 162,964 miles
  • 2022 – 148,346 miles
  • 2021 – 129,815 miles
  • 2020 – 123,019 miles
  • 2019 – 116,020 miles
  • 2017 – 106,237 miles
  • 2016 – 95,576 miles
  • 2015 – 87,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,002 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,002 miles (+12)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    197,002 miles
    Test number
    838847607645
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail196,990 miles (+7,526)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,990 miles
    Test number
    298777483173
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass189,464 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    189,464 miles
    Test number
    330567833125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail189,462 miles (+10,071)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,462 miles
    Test number
    376556681979
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass179,391 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    179,391 miles
    Test number
    282051579157
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges no cords showing as yet change a.s.p (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges no cords as yet , change asp (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail179,383 miles (+16,419)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,383 miles
    Test number
    731789638936
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges no cords showing as yet change a.s.p (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges no cords as yet , change asp (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass162,964 miles (+14,618)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    162,964 miles
    Test number
    339442820214
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass148,346 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    148,346 miles
    Test number
    298761520222
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail148,338 miles (+18,523)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,338 miles
    Test number
    943127633653
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass129,815 miles (+6,796)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    129,815 miles
    Test number
    334407414765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,019 miles (+6,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,019 miles
    Test number
    312649122684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass116,020 miles (+9,783)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    116,020 miles
    Test number
    919960120663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,237 miles (+10,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    106,237 miles
    Test number
    488248146207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass95,576 miles (+8,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,576 miles
    Test number
    435504395642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass87,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    87,029 miles
    Test number
    937860775163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 FKY

Does LB12 FKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 FKY is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 FKY?
The MOT on LB12 FKY is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 FKY done?
LB12 FKY was recorded at 197,002 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 10,077 miles a year.
Has LB12 FKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 FKY has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 FKY 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 FKY find?
LB12 FKY passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust mounting defective flexi.

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