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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 LXUMOT history

LB12 LXU is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 28 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 85,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
85,418 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 LXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 LXU was last recorded at 85,418 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 3,712 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,706 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,712 miles
Average per year
6,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,418 miles
  • 2025 – 81,706 miles
  • 2024 – 68,403 miles
  • 2023 – 66,526 miles
  • 2022 – 61,683 miles
  • 2021 – 56,803 miles
  • 2020 – 55,910 miles
  • 2019 – 48,838 miles
  • 2018 – 42,410 miles
  • 2017 – 35,488 miles
  • 2016 – 28,853 miles
  • 2015 – 18,797 miles
  • 2014 – 10,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,418 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Water ingress at bottom. ADVISE REPAIR/REPLACEMENT SOON (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Condensation inside light unit (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure Bulb holder loose inside light unit (4.2.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside handbrake reading 100 Kgf lower than offside reading. ADVISE INVESTIGATION/REPAIR
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,418 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    85,418 miles
    Test number
    362364241254
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Water ingress at bottom. ADVISE REPAIR/REPLACEMENT SOON (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Condensation inside light unit (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure Bulb holder loose inside light unit (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake reading 100 Kgf lower than offside reading. ADVISE INVESTIGATION/REPAIR
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail85,418 miles (+3,712)1 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,418 miles
    Test number
    572069134481
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working Tapped to illuminate. ADVISE REPAIR/REPLACEMENT SOON (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Water ingress at bottom. ADVISE REPAIR/REPLACEMENT SOON (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Condensation inside light unit (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure Bulb holder loose inside light unit (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake reading 100 Kgf lower than offside reading. ADVISE INVESTIGATION/REPAIR
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass81,706 miles (+13,303)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    81,706 miles
    Test number
    202808951346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Splitting/cracking on inner edge. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Splitting/cracking on inner edge. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass68,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    68,403 miles
    Test number
    571488228685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,403 miles (+1,877)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,403 miles
    Test number
    321115038884
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage/nail in tyre to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm on 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass66,526 miles (+4,843)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    66,526 miles
    Test number
    812613435649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,683 miles (+4,880)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,683 miles
    Test number
    915002450767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,803 miles (+893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    56,803 miles
    Test number
    124099876327
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

  9. Pass55,910 miles (+7,072)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,910 miles
    Test number
    705959746617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,838 miles (+6,428)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,838 miles
    Test number
    769970571425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,410 miles (+6,922)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,410 miles
    Test number
    332803058299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass35,488 miles (+6,635)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    35,488 miles
    Test number
    163156027760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,853 miles (+10,056)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    28,853 miles
    Test number
    755026419526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,797 miles (+7,901)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    18,797 miles
    Test number
    647826265190
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre, tread wearing low on edges.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre, tread worn low on inner edge.
    • NoteOffside front tyre, tread wearing low on edges.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre, tread worn low on inner edge.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass10,896 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    10,896 miles
    Test number
    165822664215
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 LXU

Does LB12 LXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 LXU is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 LXU?
The MOT on LB12 LXU is valid until 5 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 LXU done?
LB12 LXU was recorded at 85,418 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 6,291 miles a year.
Has LB12 LXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 LXU has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 LXU 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 LXU find?
LB12 LXU passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface water ingress at bottom. advise repair/replacement soon; nearside stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light condensation inside light unit; offside front position lamp insecure bulb holder loose inside light unit, and 2 more.

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