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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 SFNMOT history

LB12 SFN is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 102,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
102,572 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 SFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 SFN was last recorded at 102,572 miles on 30 May 2026, 3,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,765 miles · 17 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,807 miles
Average per year
7,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,572 miles
  • 2025 – 98,765 miles
  • 2024 – 93,558 miles
  • 2023 – 87,108 miles
  • 2022 – 76,754 miles
  • 2021 – 65,259 miles
  • 2020 – 60,516 miles
  • 2018 – 48,079 miles
  • 2017 – 34,735 miles
  • 2016 – 28,709 miles
  • 2015 – 23,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,572 miles

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, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 26 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,572 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    102,572 miles
    Test number
    235660523682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,765 miles (+5,207)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    98,765 miles
    Test number
    717027809195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass93,558 miles (+6,450)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    93,558 miles
    Test number
    689673665466
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass87,108 miles (+10,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    87,108 miles
    Test number
    929711061842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass76,754 miles (+11,495)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    76,754 miles
    Test number
    549372644701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass65,259 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,259 miles
    Test number
    827219811384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,254 miles (+4,738)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,254 miles
    Test number
    288080223667
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
  8. Pass60,516 miles (+12,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    60,516 miles
    Test number
    351493240720
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim slight cracking (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  9. Pass48,079 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    48,079 miles
    Test number
    130193130359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail48,073 miles (+13,338)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,073 miles
    Test number
    686275577957
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured 9 cracks in inner edge (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass34,735 miles (+6,026)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    34,735 miles
    Test number
    665605897145
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
  12. Pass28,709 miles (+4,782)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    28,709 miles
    Test number
    577741875797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,927 miles (+1,639)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,927 miles
    Test number
    316504334382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,288 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    22,288 miles
    Test number
    138337075104
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 SFN

Does LB12 SFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 SFN is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 SFN?
The MOT on LB12 SFN is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 SFN done?
LB12 SFN was recorded at 102,572 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 7,347 miles a year.
Has LB12 SFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 SFN has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LB12 SFN 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 SFN find?
LB12 SFN passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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