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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 GVRMOT history

LB12 GVR is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 6 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 204,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
204,062 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GVR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GVR was last recorded at 204,062 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 6,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,706 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,356 miles
Average per year
13,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,062 miles
  • 2025 – 197,706 miles
  • 2024 – 188,837 miles
  • 2023 – 184,237 miles
  • 2022 – 172,747 miles
  • 2021 – 163,382 miles
  • 2019 – 140,523 miles
  • 2018 – 123,257 miles
  • 2017 – 102,305 miles
  • 2016 – 82,028 miles
  • 2015 – 55,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,062 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
  • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle has plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some parts

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, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass204,062 miles (+6,356)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    204,062 miles
    Test number
    364239482304
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle has plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some parts

  2. Pass197,706 miles (+8,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    197,706 miles
    Test number
    161640199162
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen

  3. Pass188,837 miles (+4,600)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    188,837 miles
    Test number
    965734246839
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass184,237 miles (+7,321)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    184,237 miles
    Test number
    681790225879
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass176,916 miles (+4,169)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    176,916 miles
    Test number
    609780964401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass172,747 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    172,747 miles
    Test number
    591761740925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail172,744 miles (+9,362)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,744 miles
    Test number
    643381107726
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested Due to led bulbs (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass163,382 miles (+22,859)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    163,382 miles
    Test number
    627680315839
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner rack arms

  9. Pass140,523 miles (+17,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,523 miles
    Test number
    256101147605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

  10. Pass123,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,257 miles
    Test number
    179092133229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail123,257 miles (+20,952)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,257 miles
    Test number
    841191137551
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass102,305 miles (+20,277)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,305 miles
    Test number
    167974999333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,028 miles (+26,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,028 miles
    Test number
    878703706462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass55,752 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,752 miles
    Test number
    279818495137
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing more heavily on outer shoulders.

Questions about LB12 GVR

Does LB12 GVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 GVR is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GVR?
The MOT on LB12 GVR is valid until 1 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 GVR done?
LB12 GVR was recorded at 204,062 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 13,280 miles a year.
Has LB12 GVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GVR has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB12 GVR 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 GVR find?
LB12 GVR passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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