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BMW X3

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 GWEMOT history

LB12 GWE is a blue diesel BMW X3 first used on 1 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 163,564 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
163,564 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GWE was last recorded at 163,564 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 3,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,747 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,817 miles
Average per year
7,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,564 miles
  • 2025 – 159,747 miles
  • 2024 – 157,825 miles
  • 2023 – 156,409 miles
  • 2022 – 153,480 miles
  • 2021 – 147,882 miles
  • 2020 – 143,027 miles
  • 2019 – 137,537 miles
  • 2018 – 131,374 miles
  • 2017 – 128,207 miles
  • 2016 – 111,721 miles
  • 2015 – 85,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,564 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    163,564 miles
    Test number
    627467787015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail163,563 miles (+3,816)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,563 miles
    Test number
    488625346721
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass159,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    159,747 miles
    Test number
    246004975070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail159,746 miles (+1,921)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,746 miles
    Test number
    662127655778
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass157,825 miles (+1,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    157,825 miles
    Test number
    320418575247
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass156,409 miles (+2,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    156,409 miles
    Test number
    246702835382
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass153,480 miles (+5,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    153,480 miles
    Test number
    946520004660
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass147,882 miles (+4,855)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    147,882 miles
    Test number
    137860290073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass143,027 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    143,027 miles
    Test number
    900368575979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail143,027 miles (+5,490)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,027 miles
    Test number
    754154547332
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass137,537 miles (+80)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    137,537 miles
    Test number
    369330229593
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail137,457 miles (+6,083)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,457 miles
    Test number
    737398379213
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass131,374 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    131,374 miles
    Test number
    639323823779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail131,351 miles (+3,144)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,351 miles
    Test number
    218485317887
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  15. Pass128,207 miles (+16,486)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    128,207 miles
    Test number
    188518824241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,721 miles (+26,499)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    111,721 miles
    Test number
    997327521625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,222 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    85,222 miles
    Test number
    228874905201
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 GWE

Does LB12 GWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 GWE is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GWE?
The MOT on LB12 GWE is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 GWE done?
LB12 GWE was recorded at 163,564 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 7,012 miles a year.
Has LB12 GWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GWE has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 GWE 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 GWE find?
LB12 GWE passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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