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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 GVEMOT history

LB12 GVE is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 27 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 99,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
99,051 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GVE was last recorded at 99,051 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,025 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
7,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,051 miles
  • 2025 – 99,025 miles
  • 2024 – 91,069 miles
  • 2023 – 77,916 miles
  • 2022 – 69,365 miles
  • 2021 – 59,116 miles
  • 2020 – 50,928 miles
  • 2019 – 42,734 miles
  • 2018 – 33,984 miles
  • 2017 – 32,454 miles
  • 2016 – 26,127 miles
  • 2015 – 22,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,051 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Limited underbody inspection due to undershields

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,051 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    99,051 miles
    Test number
    403280021958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,025 miles (+7,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    99,025 miles
    Test number
    444954190619
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass91,069 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,069 miles
    Test number
    325155531419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch section corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross axle section corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail91,069 miles (+13,153)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,069 miles
    Test number
    355489786186
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch section corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross axle section corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,916 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,916 miles
    Test number
    725228298483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail77,773 miles (+8,408)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,773 miles
    Test number
    609134080368
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

  7. Pass69,365 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    69,365 miles
    Test number
    203610629281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,362 miles (+10,246)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,362 miles
    Test number
    485589747939
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass59,116 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    59,116 miles
    Test number
    248403504244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,108 miles (+165)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,108 miles
    Test number
    222504251542
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Pass58,943 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    58,943 miles
    Test number
    958049680560
    • AdvisoryLimited underbody inspection due to undershields
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail58,943 miles (+8,015)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,943 miles
    Test number
    495553690967
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryLimited underbody inspection due to undershields
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass50,928 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    50,928 miles
    Test number
    633134451277
    • AdvisoryLimited underbody inspection due to undershields

  14. Fail50,928 miles (+8,194)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,928 miles
    Test number
    160280478185
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLimited underbody inspection due to undershields

  15. Pass42,734 miles (+8,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    42,734 miles
    Test number
    977566718842
    • AdvisoryLimited underbody inspection due to undershields.

  16. Pass33,984 miles (+1,530)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    33,984 miles
    Test number
    230070305208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,454 miles
    Test number
    564299819067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,454 miles (+6,327)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,454 miles
    Test number
    444124012136
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass26,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    26,127 miles
    Test number
    312096753181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,127 miles (+3,687)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,127 miles
    Test number
    849134665307
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass22,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    22,440 miles
    Test number
    979214665106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 GVE

Does LB12 GVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 GVE is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GVE?
The MOT on LB12 GVE is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 GVE done?
LB12 GVE was recorded at 99,051 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 7,072 miles a year.
Has LB12 GVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GVE has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB12 GVE 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 GVE find?
LB12 GVE passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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