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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 GWUMOT history

LB12 GWU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 97,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,438 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GWU was last recorded at 97,438 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 8,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,205 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,233 miles
Average per year
7,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,438 miles
  • 2025 – 89,205 miles
  • 2024 – 83,778 miles
  • 2023 – 75,693 miles
  • 2022 – 64,246 miles
  • 2021 – 51,995 miles
  • 2020 – 43,003 miles
  • 2018 – 30,410 miles
  • 2017 – 26,323 miles
  • 2016 – 20,814 miles
  • 2015 – 17,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,438 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,438 miles
    Test number
    260189445153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,438 miles (+8,233)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,438 miles
    Test number
    407712515297
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass89,205 miles (+5,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,205 miles
    Test number
    656581031065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted covering components

  4. Pass83,778 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    83,778 miles
    Test number
    122247252980
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail83,778 miles (+8,085)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,778 miles
    Test number
    992309953667
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass75,693 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    75,693 miles
    Test number
    506498214203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail75,676 miles (+11,430)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,676 miles
    Test number
    637402548269
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass64,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    64,246 miles
    Test number
    809441323123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,246 miles (+12,251)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,246 miles
    Test number
    133273407242
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass51,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    51,995 miles
    Test number
    383521536716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,995 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,995 miles
    Test number
    505015502481
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail51,995 miles (+8,992)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,995 miles
    Test number
    233323969550
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass43,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,003 miles
    Test number
    239519325539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,003 miles (+12,593)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,003 miles
    Test number
    764630571359
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass30,410 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    30,410 miles
    Test number
    348303342619
    • AdvisoryRear fog failure warning message on
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration/cracking at offside front, nearside front and offside rear tyre valve assemblies
    • AdvisorySlight outer edge wearing at offside front tyre

  16. Fail30,410 miles (+4,087)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,410 miles
    Test number
    602588200287
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside headlamp aims on lower limits
    • AdvisoryRear fog failure warning message on
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration/cracking at offside front, nearside front and offside rear tyre valve assemblies
    • AdvisorySlight outer edge wearing at offside front tyre

  17. Pass26,323 miles (+5,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    26,323 miles
    Test number
    328592931666
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass20,814 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    20,814 miles
    Test number
    473374935588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    17,843 miles
    Test number
    934610036518
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays, not allowing full inspection of under vehicle components.

Questions about LB12 GWU

Does LB12 GWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 GWU is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GWU?
The MOT on LB12 GWU is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 GWU done?
LB12 GWU was recorded at 97,438 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 7,651 miles a year.
Has LB12 GWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GWU has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 GWU 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 GWU find?
LB12 GWU passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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