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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 GVWMOT history

LB12 GVW is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 24 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 128,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Dec 2026
Mileage
128,166 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GVW
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
24 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GVW was last recorded at 128,166 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 8,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,910 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,256 miles
Average per year
10,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,166 miles
  • 2024 – 119,910 miles
  • 2023 – 107,486 miles
  • 2022 – 94,359 miles
  • 2021 – 85,671 miles
  • 2020 – 75,631 miles
  • 2019 – 55,610 miles
  • 2018 – 44,242 miles
  • 2017 – 31,905 miles
  • 2016 – 29,712 miles
  • 2015 – 20,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,166 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,166 miles (+8,256)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    128,166 miles
    Test number
    130073415424
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass119,910 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    119,910 miles
    Test number
    243155137252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Fail119,910 miles (+12,424)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,910 miles
    Test number
    394526220265
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible headlight bulb (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass107,486 miles (+13,127)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    107,486 miles
    Test number
    242159371404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    94,359 miles
    Test number
    982695742330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail94,353 miles (+834)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,353 miles
    Test number
    368324746795
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,519 miles (+7,848)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    93,519 miles
    Test number
    560903754548
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,671 miles
    Test number
    372808468491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT, 225/40R17 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail85,670 miles (+10,039)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,670 miles
    Test number
    535932641691
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT, 225/40R17 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass75,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,631 miles
    Test number
    980393142980
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEmission test wont register

  11. Fail75,631 miles (+20,021)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,631 miles
    Test number
    174102261118
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) missing retaining clip mising (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEmission test wont register

  12. Pass55,610 miles (+11,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,610 miles
    Test number
    677645350520
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass44,242 miles (+1,141)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    44,242 miles
    Test number
    822452980738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,101 miles (+11,196)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,101 miles
    Test number
    870961706370
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass31,905 miles (+2,193)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    31,905 miles
    Test number
    632849905455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,712 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,712 miles
    Test number
    823624844317
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Fail29,712 miles (+9,123)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,712 miles
    Test number
    728462023334
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  18. Pass20,589 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    20,589 miles
    Test number
    505829565164
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 GVW

Does LB12 GVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 GVW is valid until 29 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GVW?
The MOT on LB12 GVW is valid until 29 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 GVW done?
LB12 GVW was recorded at 128,166 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 10,211 miles a year.
Has LB12 GVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GVW has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB12 GVW 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 GVW find?
LB12 GVW passed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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