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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 XNLMOT history

LB12 XNL is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 146,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
146,095 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 XNL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 XNL was last recorded at 146,095 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 6,257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,838 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,257 miles
Average per year
7,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,095 miles
  • 2025 – 139,838 miles
  • 2024 – 134,366 miles
  • 2023 – 127,203 miles
  • 2022 – 120,930 miles
  • 2021 – 113,263 miles
  • 2020 – 107,258 miles
  • 2019 – 100,728 miles
  • 2018 – 92,116 miles
  • 2017 – 86,870 miles
  • 2016 – 80,138 miles
  • 2015 – 66,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,095 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryUnder tray 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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine cover/trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,095 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    146,095 miles
    Test number
    101454044733
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted,

  2. Fail146,095 miles (+6,257)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,095 miles
    Test number
    670643410225
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted,

  3. Pass139,838 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    139,838 miles
    Test number
    586687269223
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail139,810 miles (+5,444)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,810 miles
    Test number
    405354532391
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector likely to become detached Light cluster! (4.8.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass134,366 miles (+7,163)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    134,366 miles
    Test number
    750865917916
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass127,203 miles (+6,273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    127,203 miles
    Test number
    529424741923
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (outer edge) (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass120,930 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,930 miles
    Test number
    867517144692
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/trays fitted

  8. Fail120,922 miles (+7,659)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,922 miles
    Test number
    847268197615
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/trays fitted

  9. Pass113,263 miles (+6,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    113,263 miles
    Test number
    612705511622
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body cover fitted

  10. Pass107,258 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,258 miles
    Test number
    138085558908
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail107,258 miles (+6,530)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,258 miles
    Test number
    315509134845
    • DangerousRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass100,728 miles (+8,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    100,728 miles
    Test number
    372088536026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass92,116 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,116 miles
    Test number
    612502388331
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail92,116 miles (+5,246)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,116 miles
    Test number
    483963417483
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass86,870 miles (+6,732)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    86,870 miles
    Test number
    475434034646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,138 miles (+13,664)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,138 miles
    Test number
    226398362227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,474 miles
    Test number
    599277075106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 XNL

Does LB12 XNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 XNL is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 XNL?
The MOT on LB12 XNL is valid until 11 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 XNL done?
LB12 XNL was recorded at 146,095 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 7,102 miles a year.
Has LB12 XNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 XNL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 XNL 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 XNL find?
LB12 XNL passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; under tray fitted,.

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