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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

LB12 XJPMOT history

LB12 XJP is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 1 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 171,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
171,832 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 XJP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 XJP was last recorded at 171,832 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 11,086 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,746 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,086 miles
Average per year
9,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,832 miles
  • 2025 – 160,746 miles
  • 2024 – 149,674 miles
  • 2022 – 135,176 miles
  • 2021 – 124,180 miles
  • 2019 – 103,888 miles
  • 2018 – 98,510 miles
  • 2017 – 90,714 miles
  • 2016 – 81,614 miles
  • 2015 – 69,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,832 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass171,832 miles (+11,086)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    171,832 miles
    Test number
    198174989774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass160,746 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    160,746 miles
    Test number
    125976050612
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail160,743 miles (+11,069)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,743 miles
    Test number
    865815114629
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass149,674 miles (+14,498)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    149,674 miles
    Test number
    920357527266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,176 miles (+10,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,176 miles
    Test number
    559207106191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass124,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    124,180 miles
    Test number
    916677839932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass182,898 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    182,898 km
    Test number
    410989079179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass103,888 miles (+5,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,888 miles
    Test number
    773516303238
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass98,510 miles (+7,796)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    98,510 miles
    Test number
    670522678810
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass90,714 miles (+9,100)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    90,714 miles
    Test number
    935606653449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,614 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,614 miles
    Test number
    570006695398
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriating

  12. Fail81,572 miles (+12,335)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,572 miles
    Test number
    264836263653
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside slight movement in steering arm

  13. Pass69,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,237 miles
    Test number
    795987195185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 XJP

Does LB12 XJP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 XJP is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 XJP?
The MOT on LB12 XJP is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 XJP done?
LB12 XJP was recorded at 171,832 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 9,354 miles a year.
Has LB12 XJP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 XJP has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 XJP 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 XJP find?
LB12 XJP passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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