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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 XJWMOT history

LB12 XJW is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2025 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 185,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2025
Mileage
185,142 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2024
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 XJW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 XJW was last recorded at 185,142 miles on 28 Nov 2024, 7,136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,006 miles · 19 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7,136 miles
Average per year
11,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 185,142 miles
  • 2023 – 178,006 miles
  • 2022 – 173,990 miles
  • 2021 – 156,172 miles
  • 2020 – 143,635 miles
  • 2019 – 130,122 miles
  • 2018 – 112,853 miles
  • 2017 – 106,029 miles
  • 2016 – 91,932 miles
  • 2015 – 80,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,142 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside and nearside rear tyres worn near to limit!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 29 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,142 miles (+7,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    185,142 miles
    Test number
    990036415733
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass178,006 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    178,006 miles
    Test number
    924987010185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail177,999 miles (+4,009)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,999 miles
    Test number
    132348434282
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass173,990 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    173,990 miles
    Test number
    245446937275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres worn near to limit!

  5. Fail173,990 miles (+17,818)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,990 miles
    Test number
    710237845669
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres worn near to limit!

  6. Pass156,172 miles (+12,537)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    156,172 miles
    Test number
    509394196291
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers a little smeary
    • AdvisoryN/s/r jacking point missing

  7. Pass143,635 miles (+13,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    143,635 miles
    Test number
    214930068980
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass130,122 miles (+17,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    130,122 miles
    Test number
    721771581360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsf split in outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass112,853 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    112,853 miles
    Test number
    304982251529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions to clean to test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to see testable items

  10. Fail112,853 miles (+6,824)1 dangerous3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,853 miles
    Test number
    366740801609
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions to clean to test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to see testable items

  11. Pass106,029 miles (+14,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,029 miles
    Test number
    314553560684
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn inner tread

  12. Pass91,932 miles (+11,374)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,932 miles
    Test number
    998738924111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,558 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,558 miles
    Test number
    535540385129
    • NoteOil leak om diff

Questions about LB12 XJW

Does LB12 XJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB12 XJW expired on 27 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB12 XJW?
The MOT on LB12 XJW expired on 27 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB12 XJW done?
LB12 XJW was recorded at 185,142 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2024, an average of 11,104 miles a year.
Has LB12 XJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 XJW has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB12 XJW 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 XJW find?
LB12 XJW passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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