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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC12 LFSMOT history

LC12 LFS is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 19 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 167,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
167,187 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 LFS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 LFS was last recorded at 167,187 miles on 28 May 2026, 5,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,399 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,788 miles
Average per year
11,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,187 miles
  • 2025 – 161,399 miles
  • 2024 – 155,053 miles
  • 2023 – 145,799 miles
  • 2022 – 134,186 miles
  • 2021 – 118,614 miles
  • 2019 – 99,373 miles
  • 2018 – 91,086 miles
  • 2016 – 62,128 miles
  • 2015 – 49,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,187 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 22 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,187 miles (+5,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    167,187 miles
    Test number
    200907722283
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass161,399 miles (+6,346)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    161,399 miles
    Test number
    113150034125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass155,053 miles (+9,254)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    155,053 miles
    Test number
    924650906647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass145,799 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    145,799 miles
    Test number
    527291240233
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Fail145,799 miles (+11,613)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,799 miles
    Test number
    875040938448
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass134,186 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    134,186 miles
    Test number
    536274227660
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail134,186 miles (+15,572)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,186 miles
    Test number
    584421740074
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass118,614 miles (+19,241)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    118,614 miles
    Test number
    796327409609
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass99,373 miles (+8,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,373 miles
    Test number
    666584068876
    • AdvisoryZero emissions

  10. Pass91,086 miles (+7,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    91,086 miles
    Test number
    683110230747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  11. Pass83,615 miles (+21,487)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,615 miles
    Test number
    843660323665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,128 miles (+13,093)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,128 miles
    Test number
    995674830072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    49,035 miles
    Test number
    968728965549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,035 miles (+4,441)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,035 miles
    Test number
    589295732707
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass44,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,594 miles
    Test number
    547922715183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC12 LFS

Does LC12 LFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 LFS is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC12 LFS?
The MOT on LC12 LFS is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 LFS done?
LC12 LFS was recorded at 167,187 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 11,045 miles a year.
Has LC12 LFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 LFS has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LC12 LFS 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 LC12 LFS find?
LC12 LFS passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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