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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 2,996 cc

LB12 GWJMOT history

LB12 GWJ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 53,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
53,233 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GWJ was last recorded at 53,233 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 2,815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,418 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,815 miles
Average per year
3,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,233 miles
  • 2025 – 50,418 miles
  • 2024 – 48,313 miles
  • 2023 – 45,521 miles
  • 2022 – 43,383 miles
  • 2021 – 39,574 miles
  • 2020 – 31,184 miles
  • 2019 – 26,514 miles
  • 2018 – 22,265 miles
  • 2017 – 19,175 miles
  • 2016 – 16,074 miles
  • 2015 – 11,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,233 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,233 miles (+2,815)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    53,233 miles
    Test number
    465953064697
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass50,418 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    50,418 miles
    Test number
    805379398785
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail50,418 miles (+2,105)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,418 miles
    Test number
    374977092440
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass48,313 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    48,313 miles
    Test number
    949482925569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,521 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    45,521 miles
    Test number
    360914181296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail45,521 miles (+2,138)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,521 miles
    Test number
    544783536603
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass43,383 miles (+3,809)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    43,383 miles
    Test number
    499097361594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    39,574 miles
    Test number
    269258513906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail39,574 miles (+8,390)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,574 miles
    Test number
    205871383627
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass31,184 miles (+4,670)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    31,184 miles
    Test number
    716911970317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass26,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    26,514 miles
    Test number
    679223058905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail26,514 miles (+4,249)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,514 miles
    Test number
    363285679001
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass22,265 miles (+3,090)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    22,265 miles
    Test number
    164798353679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass19,175 miles (+3,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    19,175 miles
    Test number
    455675246015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass16,074 miles (+250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    16,074 miles
    Test number
    834698836470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail15,824 miles (+4,272)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,824 miles
    Test number
    319931634380
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass11,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    11,552 miles
    Test number
    425373655103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail11,552 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,552 miles
    Test number
    367442455145
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB12 GWJ

Does LB12 GWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 GWJ is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GWJ?
The MOT on LB12 GWJ is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 GWJ done?
LB12 GWJ was recorded at 53,233 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 3,730 miles a year.
Has LB12 GWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GWJ has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 GWJ 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 GWJ find?
LB12 GWJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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