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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 YBFMOT history

LB12 YBF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 4 of 5 MOT tests, with 141,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
141,304 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
5
4 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 YBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 YBF was last recorded at 141,304 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 6,313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
134,991 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,313 miles
Average per year
8,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,304 miles
  • 2025 – 134,991 miles
  • 2016 – 64,299 miles
  • 2015 – 56,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,304 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point rubber missing
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear underbody corrosion
  • AdvisoryCoolant on min
  • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  • AdvisoryWindscreen jets weak but functioning

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

5 tests since 24 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,304 miles (+6,313)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    141,304 miles
    Test number
    985528148536
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point rubber missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoolant on min
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen jets weak but functioning

  2. Pass134,991 miles (+70,692)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,991 miles
    Test number
    342135146924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,299 miles (+7,931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,299 miles
    Test number
    727599744808
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass56,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,368 miles
    Test number
    850487502441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail56,368 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,368 miles
    Test number
    548028333323
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working SIDE LIGHT BULB (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Questions about LB12 YBF

Does LB12 YBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 YBF is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 YBF?
The MOT on LB12 YBF is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 YBF done?
LB12 YBF was recorded at 141,304 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 8,014 miles a year.
Has LB12 YBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 YBF has failed 1 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on LB12 YBF 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 YBF find?
LB12 YBF passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 9 more.

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