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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 GGUMOT history

LB12 GGU is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 143,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
143,507 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GGU
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
26 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GGU was last recorded at 143,507 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 13,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,873 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
13,634 miles
Average per year
9,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,507 miles
  • 2025 – 129,873 miles
  • 2024 – 121,937 miles
  • 2023 – 115,067 miles
  • 2022 – 107,400 miles
  • 2021 – 105,316 miles
  • 2020 – 100,381 miles
  • 2019 – 88,340 miles
  • 2018 – 70,428 miles
  • 2017 – 59,375 miles
  • 2016 – 53,831 miles
  • 2015 – 43,280 miles
  • 2014 – 36,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,507 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,507 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    143,507 miles
    Test number
    299489308237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail143,507 miles (+13,634)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,507 miles
    Test number
    160734579116
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,873 miles (+7,936)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    129,873 miles
    Test number
    779079425617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,937 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    121,937 miles
    Test number
    257934735070
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail121,932 miles (+6,865)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,932 miles
    Test number
    201639268339
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass115,067 miles (+7,667)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,067 miles
    Test number
    195618551201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,400 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,400 miles
    Test number
    127144822988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    105,316 miles
    Test number
    686690347791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail105,316 miles (+4,935)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,316 miles
    Test number
    399982216074
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction management light on all the time (8.2.1.2 (h))

  10. Pass100,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,381 miles
    Test number
    661717167242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,381 miles (+243)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,381 miles
    Test number
    648746467925
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail100,138 miles (+11,798)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,138 miles
    Test number
    830341655720
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass88,340 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,340 miles
    Test number
    750439262435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail88,340 miles (+17,912)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,340 miles
    Test number
    446158377368
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass70,428 miles (+11,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,428 miles
    Test number
    811940948756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  16. Pass59,375 miles (+5,544)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,375 miles
    Test number
    323861051979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,831 miles (+10,551)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    53,831 miles
    Test number
    949422612535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,280 miles (+6,882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,280 miles
    Test number
    599489554071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass36,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,398 miles
    Test number
    598901084251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 GGU

Does LB12 GGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 GGU is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GGU?
The MOT on LB12 GGU is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 GGU done?
LB12 GGU was recorded at 143,507 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 9,436 miles a year.
Has LB12 GGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GGU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 GGU 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 GGU find?
LB12 GGU passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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