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BMW X3

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

LB12 VSNMOT history

LB12 VSN is a blue diesel BMW X3 first used on 24 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 130,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
130,964 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VSN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VSN was last recorded at 130,964 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,961 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,964 miles
  • 2025 – 122,455 miles
  • 2024 – 110,374 miles
  • 2023 – 105,696 miles
  • 2022 – 99,961 miles
  • 2021 – 93,392 miles
  • 2020 – 90,955 miles
  • 2019 – 85,756 miles
  • 2018 – 78,156 miles
  • 2017 – 70,921 miles
  • 2016 – 62,794 miles
  • 2015 – 55,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,964 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower most front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear subframe inc mountings corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 17 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,964 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    130,964 miles
    Test number
    852368610368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower most front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe inc mountings corroded

  2. Fail130,961 miles (+8,506)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    467837513518
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower most front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe inc mountings corroded

  3. Pass122,455 miles (+12,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    122,455 miles
    Test number
    369217109057
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass110,374 miles (+4,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    110,374 miles
    Test number
    724788404611
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass105,696 miles (+5,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,696 miles
    Test number
    277933662540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass99,961 miles (+6,569)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,961 miles
    Test number
    739846851269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,392 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,392 miles
    Test number
    264933145575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,293 miles (+2,338)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,293 miles
    Test number
    846610117055
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass90,955 miles (+5,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,955 miles
    Test number
    798324521056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass85,756 miles (+7,600)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,756 miles
    Test number
    700806318007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,156 miles (+7,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,156 miles
    Test number
    828099021638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre warn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre warn

  12. Pass70,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,921 miles
    Test number
    968884029332
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail70,921 miles (+8,127)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,921 miles
    Test number
    677572316439
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass62,794 miles (+7,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,794 miles
    Test number
    452577823887
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass55,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,409 miles
    Test number
    376138295147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 VSN

Does LB12 VSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 VSN is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VSN?
The MOT on LB12 VSN is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 VSN done?
LB12 VSN was recorded at 130,964 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 6,769 miles a year.
Has LB12 VSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VSN has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 VSN 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 VSN find?
LB12 VSN passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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