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BMW 5 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 XLZMOT history

LB12 XLZ is a silver diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 4 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 110,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
110,715 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 XLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 XLZ was last recorded at 110,715 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 2,158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,557 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,158 miles
Average per year
7,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,715 miles
  • 2025 – 108,557 miles
  • 2024 – 108,071 miles
  • 2023 – 89,563 miles
  • 2022 – 85,372 miles
  • 2021 – 81,503 miles
  • 2020 – 75,814 miles
  • 2019 – 69,429 miles
  • 2018 – 59,211 miles
  • 2017 – 46,994 miles
  • 2016 – 37,263 miles
  • 2015 – 25,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,715 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,715 miles (+2,158)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    110,715 miles
    Test number
    419779535002
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  2. Pass108,557 miles (+486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    108,557 miles
    Test number
    619820768050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s o/f
  3. Pass108,071 miles (+18,508)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    108,071 miles
    Test number
    580611737143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,563 miles (+4,191)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    89,563 miles
    Test number
    283991140610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,372 miles (+3,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,372 miles
    Test number
    511826169283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass81,503 miles (+5,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,503 miles
    Test number
    305142983098
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass75,814 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,814 miles
    Test number
    458945087734
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail75,814 miles (+6,385)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,814 miles
    Test number
    628539541904
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass69,429 miles (+10,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,429 miles
    Test number
    643628479225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass59,211 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,211 miles
    Test number
    318162228959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail59,211 miles (+12,217)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,211 miles
    Test number
    745799552269
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass46,994 miles (+9,731)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,994 miles
    Test number
    666659461155
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  13. Pass37,263 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    37,263 miles
    Test number
    259445519732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,199 miles (+12,056)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,199 miles
    Test number
    684229287464
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r light unit damaged
  15. Pass25,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    25,143 miles
    Test number
    548748995119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 XLZ

Does LB12 XLZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 XLZ is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 XLZ?
The MOT on LB12 XLZ is valid until 29 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 XLZ done?
LB12 XLZ was recorded at 110,715 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 7,679 miles a year.
Has LB12 XLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 XLZ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LB12 XLZ 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 XLZ find?
LB12 XLZ passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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