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BMW 116

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 VSEMOT history

LB12 VSE is a blue diesel BMW 116 first used on 19 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 111,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
111,432 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VSE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VSE was last recorded at 111,432 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,409 miles · 29 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
7,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,432 miles
  • 2025 – 111,409 miles
  • 2024 – 108,275 miles
  • 2023 – 99,023 miles
  • 2022 – 89,361 miles
  • 2021 – 81,427 miles
  • 2019 – 69,816 miles
  • 2018 – 60,861 miles
  • 2017 – 49,585 miles
  • 2016 – 38,052 miles
  • 2015 – 29,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,432 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp lens crackedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Emissions to low to read

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,432 miles (+23)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    111,432 miles
    Test number
    552607173048
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail111,409 miles (+3,134)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,409 miles
    Test number
    232270423658
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,275 miles (+1,971)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    108,275 miles
    Test number
    880648472625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Fog Lamp Lens Cracked

  4. Pass106,304 miles (+7,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,304 miles
    Test number
    823108299965
    • AdvisoryOffside HEADLAMP HAS MOISTURE INSIDE.
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass99,023 miles (+9,662)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,023 miles
    Test number
    891072133589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,361 miles (+7,934)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,361 miles
    Test number
    912340555466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,427 miles
    Test number
    283360939306
    • AdvisoryEmissions to low to read

  8. Fail81,427 miles (+11,611)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,427 miles
    Test number
    108359283937
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to low to read

  9. Pass69,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,816 miles
    Test number
    119933334413
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  10. Fail69,816 miles (+8,955)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,816 miles
    Test number
    922378237160
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  11. Pass60,861 miles (+11,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,861 miles
    Test number
    886947020228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass49,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,585 miles
    Test number
    219711646346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail49,585 miles (+11,533)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,585 miles
    Test number
    968537865715
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort p-brake (3.7.B.5a)

  14. Pass38,052 miles (+8,352)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,052 miles
    Test number
    922642622629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,700 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,700 miles
    Test number
    218187595123
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass29,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,700 miles
    Test number
    897557895102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 VSE

Does LB12 VSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 VSE is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VSE?
The MOT on LB12 VSE is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 VSE done?
LB12 VSE was recorded at 111,432 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 7,809 miles a year.
Has LB12 VSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VSE has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 VSE 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 VSE find?
LB12 VSE passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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