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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC12 MXOMOT history

LC12 MXO is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 1 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 176,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LC12 MXO black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
176,735 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 MXO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 MXO was last recorded at 176,735 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 8,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,061 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,674 miles
Average per year
9,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,735 miles
  • 2025 – 168,061 miles
  • 2023 – 164,693 miles
  • 2022 – 152,678 miles
  • 2021 – 144,790 miles
  • 2020 – 136,891 miles
  • 2019 – 133,429 miles
  • 2018 – 123,862 miles
  • 2017 – 116,764 miles
  • 2016 – 108,146 miles
  • 2015 – 79,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,735 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside rear shock dust cover insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both Front Tyres Edges Worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass176,735 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    176,735 miles
    Test number
    664658047785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail176,731 miles (+8,670)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,731 miles
    Test number
    931433797217
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass168,061 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    168,061 miles
    Test number
    934460849786
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock dust cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail168,055 miles (+3,362)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,055 miles
    Test number
    542133607140
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock dust cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass164,693 miles (+12,015)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    164,693 miles
    Test number
    566687111573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass152,678 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    152,678 miles
    Test number
    569637800424
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Tyres Edges Worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering Arm Slight Play

  7. Fail152,678 miles (+7,888)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,678 miles
    Test number
    374213591854
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Tyres Edges Worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering Arm Slight Play

  8. Pass144,790 miles (+7,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    144,790 miles
    Test number
    856629421304
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Top Strut Mounts Has Slight Movement

  9. Pass136,891 miles (+3,462)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    136,891 miles
    Test number
    872155144715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,429 miles (+9,567)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    133,429 miles
    Test number
    998126001662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside steering arm inner joint slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass123,862 miles (+7,098)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,862 miles
    Test number
    894446749667
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryHandbrake balance just met

  12. Pass116,764 miles (+8,618)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    116,764 miles
    Test number
    585322034479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,146 miles (+28,565)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,146 miles
    Test number
    225533982416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,581 miles
    Test number
    616285325190
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about LC12 MXO

Does LC12 MXO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 MXO is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC12 MXO?
The MOT on LC12 MXO is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 MXO done?
LC12 MXO was recorded at 176,735 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 9,083 miles a year.
Has LC12 MXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 MXO has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC12 MXO 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 MXO find?
LC12 MXO passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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