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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LL12 DYPMOT history

LL12 DYP is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 136,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

LL12 DYP 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 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,526 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 DYP
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
22 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 DYP was last recorded at 136,526 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 10,132 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,394 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,132 miles
Average per year
8,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,526 miles
  • 2025 – 126,394 miles
  • 2024 – 118,293 miles
  • 2023 – 111,839 miles
  • 2021 – 101,234 miles
  • 2020 – 92,485 miles
  • 2019 – 82,484 miles
  • 2018 – 72,750 miles
  • 2017 – 62,520 miles
  • 2016 – 50,997 miles
  • 2015 – 41,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,526 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,526 miles (+10,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,526 miles
    Test number
    934752669160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass126,394 miles (+8,101)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    126,394 miles
    Test number
    964998275654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,293 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,293 miles
    Test number
    225049775322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,288 miles (+6,449)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,288 miles
    Test number
    104428510432
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
  5. Pass111,839 miles (+10,605)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    111,839 miles
    Test number
    189166728817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,234 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    101,234 miles
    Test number
    165715032853
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  7. Fail101,233 miles (+8,748)3 dangerous8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,233 miles
    Test number
    559119132589
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested because of tyres (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both sides (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine oil topped up before test (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewalls badly impact damaged but not split to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass92,485 miles (+10,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,485 miles
    Test number
    578496139211
    • 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))
  9. Pass82,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,484 miles
    Test number
    453973168288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,484 miles (+9,734)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,484 miles
    Test number
    936112962845
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass72,750 miles (+10,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,750 miles
    Test number
    613355197871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass62,520 miles (+11,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,520 miles
    Test number
    785614015326
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass50,997 miles (+9,928)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,997 miles
    Test number
    496060332018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,069 miles1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,069 miles
    Test number
    506217895155
    • DangerousN/S/F tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LL12 DYP

Does LL12 DYP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 DYP is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 DYP?
The MOT on LL12 DYP is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 DYP done?
LL12 DYP was recorded at 136,526 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 8,961 miles a year.
Has LL12 DYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 DYP has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LL12 DYP 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 LL12 DYP find?
LL12 DYP passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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