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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC12 OLAMOT history

LC12 OLA is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 7 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 151,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
151,053 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 OLA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 OLA was last recorded at 151,053 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 4,510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,543 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,510 miles
Average per year
8,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,053 miles
  • 2025 – 146,543 miles
  • 2024 – 143,156 miles
  • 2023 – 138,412 miles
  • 2022 – 131,035 miles
  • 2021 – 124,390 miles
  • 2020 – 120,028 miles
  • 2019 – 111,170 miles
  • 2018 – 100,588 miles
  • 2017 – 91,988 miles
  • 2016 – 75,471 miles
  • 2015 – 58,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,053 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 1 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,053 miles (+4,510)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    151,053 miles
    Test number
    323556204956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass146,543 miles (+3,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    146,543 miles
    Test number
    580002198751
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass143,156 miles (+4,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    143,156 miles
    Test number
    488830951299
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,412 miles (+7,377)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,412 miles
    Test number
    326706551867
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass131,035 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    131,035 miles
    Test number
    247906805735
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail131,035 miles (+6,645)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,035 miles
    Test number
    481961535118
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,390 miles (+4,362)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    124,390 miles
    Test number
    592888348641
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view And nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass120,028 miles (+8,858)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    120,028 miles
    Test number
    246837062804
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive headlight washer leaking - non environmental/safety threat (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass111,170 miles (+407)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    111,170 miles
    Test number
    142298638391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail110,763 miles (+10,175)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,763 miles
    Test number
    725106308925
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass100,588 miles (+8,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,588 miles
    Test number
    751534667965
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass91,988 miles (+16,517)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,988 miles
    Test number
    287413524529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass75,471 miles (+16,921)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,471 miles
    Test number
    179835905753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,550 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,550 miles
    Test number
    866821025169
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LC12 OLA

Does LC12 OLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 OLA is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC12 OLA?
The MOT on LC12 OLA is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 OLA done?
LC12 OLA was recorded at 151,053 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 8,432 miles a year.
Has LC12 OLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 OLA has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LC12 OLA 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 OLA find?
LC12 OLA passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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