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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 GGAMOT history

LB12 GGA is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 153,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
153,207 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GGA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GGA was last recorded at 153,207 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 16,605 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,602 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
16,605 miles
Average per year
10,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,207 miles
  • 2025 – 136,602 miles
  • 2024 – 121,534 miles
  • 2023 – 105,595 miles
  • 2022 – 90,632 miles
  • 2021 – 86,295 miles
  • 2020 – 85,422 miles
  • 2019 – 79,088 miles
  • 2018 – 72,126 miles
  • 2017 – 62,712 miles
  • 2016 – 49,591 miles
  • 2015 – 33,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,207 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,207 miles (+16,605)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    153,207 miles
    Test number
    739986493594
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Pass136,602 miles (+155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    136,602 miles
    Test number
    682038876633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Fail136,447 miles (+14,913)2 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,447 miles
    Test number
    465434166845
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  4. Pass121,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    121,534 miles
    Test number
    927374976530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail121,534 miles (+15,939)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,534 miles
    Test number
    583400982757
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass105,595 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,595 miles
    Test number
    388142625043
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail105,594 miles (+14,962)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,594 miles
    Test number
    491990569264
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass90,632 miles (+1,960)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,632 miles
    Test number
    615213718622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,672 miles (+2,377)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,672 miles
    Test number
    151335364364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,295 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,295 miles
    Test number
    964479758818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,422 miles (+6,334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,422 miles
    Test number
    809955155229
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on outer edge 225-40-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror case cracked
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 3mm 255-35-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  12. Pass79,088 miles (+6,962)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,088 miles
    Test number
    686578085928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,126 miles (+9,414)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,126 miles
    Test number
    473182994553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,712 miles (+13,121)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,712 miles
    Test number
    358509013529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,591 miles (+16,527)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    49,591 miles
    Test number
    408072810578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,064 miles
    Test number
    496058575092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 GGA

Does LB12 GGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 GGA is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GGA?
The MOT on LB12 GGA is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 GGA done?
LB12 GGA was recorded at 153,207 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 10,411 miles a year.
Has LB12 GGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GGA has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 GGA 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 GGA find?
LB12 GGA passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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