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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC12 ODEMOT history

LC12 ODE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 105,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

LC12 ODE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
105,113 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 ODE
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
11 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 ODE was last recorded at 105,113 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,063 miles · 17 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
8,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,113 miles
  • 2025 – 92,599 miles
  • 2024 – 77,647 miles
  • 2023 – 69,366 miles
  • 2022 – 62,158 miles
  • 2021 – 56,440 miles
  • 2020 – 51,138 miles
  • 2019 – 43,955 miles
  • 2018 – 37,332 miles
  • 2017 – 29,003 miles
  • 2016 – 21,768 miles
  • 2015 – 17,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,113 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,113 miles (+50)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    105,113 miles
    Test number
    746134328080
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail105,063 miles (+12,464)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,063 miles
    Test number
    204476538591
    • DangerousOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass92,599 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    92,599 miles
    Test number
    557452091541
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play Inner tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail92,599 miles (+14,952)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,599 miles
    Test number
    856771879574
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play Inner tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass77,647 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    77,647 miles
    Test number
    999738228159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail77,598 miles (+8,232)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,598 miles
    Test number
    755098674788
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass69,366 miles (+7,208)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    69,366 miles
    Test number
    421774262683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,158 miles (+5,718)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    62,158 miles
    Test number
    154204993551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,440 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    56,440 miles
    Test number
    260945729107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,438 miles (+5,300)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,438 miles
    Test number
    771478296232
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass51,138 miles (+7,183)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    51,138 miles
    Test number
    442436997310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,955 miles (+6,623)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,955 miles
    Test number
    909852239153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,332 miles (+8,329)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    37,332 miles
    Test number
    649041881658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,003 miles (+7,235)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    29,003 miles
    Test number
    356861897137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,768 miles (+4,737)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    21,768 miles
    Test number
    446436430741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    17,031 miles
    Test number
    159404685114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC12 ODE

Does LC12 ODE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 ODE is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC12 ODE?
The MOT on LC12 ODE is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 ODE done?
LC12 ODE was recorded at 105,113 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 8,037 miles a year.
Has LC12 ODE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 ODE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LC12 ODE 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 ODE find?
LC12 ODE passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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