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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 LPUMOT history

LB12 LPU is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 169,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
169,504 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 LPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
9 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 LPU was last recorded at 169,504 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Mar 2018: 78,002 miles, lower than 84,025 miles on 3 Mar 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
169,444 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
8,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,504 miles
  • 2025 – 168,449 miles
  • 2024 – 165,280 miles
  • 2023 – 160,069 miles
  • 2022 – 150,064 miles
  • 2021 – 138,600 miles
  • 2020 – 124,069 miles
  • 2019 – 107,572 miles
  • 2018 – 78,002 miles
  • 2017 – 84,025 miles
  • 2015 – 76,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,504 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion including all suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front brake backing plate loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 15 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,504 miles (+60)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    169,504 miles
    Test number
    130352213451
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion including all suspension components

  2. Fail169,444 miles (+995)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,444 miles
    Test number
    951963449941
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion including all suspension components

  3. Pass168,449 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    168,449 miles
    Test number
    699658476772
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake backing plate loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail168,446 miles (+3,166)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,446 miles
    Test number
    488319588897
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake backing plate loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass165,280 miles (+5,211)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    165,280 miles
    Test number
    986218048879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,069 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    160,069 miles
    Test number
    807900510875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail160,067 miles (+10,003)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,067 miles
    Test number
    833735446496
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass150,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    150,064 miles
    Test number
    572181482095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail150,055 miles (+11,455)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,055 miles
    Test number
    215431677282
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass138,600 miles (+14,531)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    138,600 miles
    Test number
    373028628083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass124,069 miles (+16,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    124,069 miles
    Test number
    721122691856
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing at outer edges of tread
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads wearing low

  12. Pass107,572 miles (+29,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    107,572 miles
    Test number
    878689203577
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing at inner edges of tread

  13. Pass78,002 miles (-6,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,002 miles
    Test number
    692043017709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing at outer edge of tread

  14. Pass84,025 miles (+7,291)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,025 miles
    Test number
    597944435075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,734 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,734 miles
    Test number
    868476365195
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 LPU

Does LB12 LPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 LPU is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 LPU?
The MOT on LB12 LPU is valid until 14 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 LPU done?
LB12 LPU was recorded at 169,504 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 8,196 miles a year.
Has LB12 LPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 LPU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 LPU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB12 LPU find?
LB12 LPU passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 8 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 5 more.

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