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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LL12 DZYMOT history

LL12 DZY is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 123,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

LL12 DZY white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
123,746 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 DZY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 DZY was last recorded at 123,746 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 9,174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
114,572 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,174 miles
Average per year
5,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,746 miles
  • 2025 – 114,572 miles
  • 2024 – 107,287 miles
  • 2023 – 106,937 miles
  • 2022 – 105,774 miles
  • 2021 – 104,854 miles
  • 2019 – 100,372 miles
  • 2018 – 90,954 miles
  • 2017 – 82,812 miles
  • 2016 – 74,346 miles
  • 2015 – 57,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,746 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,746 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    123,746 miles
    Test number
    730618119143
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail123,746 miles (+9,174)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,746 miles
    Test number
    736413222428
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass114,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    114,572 miles
    Test number
    310508614327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,572 miles (+7,285)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,572 miles
    Test number
    926957563327
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass107,287 miles (+350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    107,287 miles
    Test number
    667711977898
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass106,937 miles (+1,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    106,937 miles
    Test number
    622368636516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass105,774 miles (+920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    105,774 miles
    Test number
    181448667218
    • 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))
  8. Pass104,854 miles (+4,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,854 miles
    Test number
    323722299920
    • 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. Pass100,372 miles (+9,418)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,372 miles
    Test number
    256734549447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    90,954 miles
    Test number
    617564794744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,952 miles (+8,140)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,952 miles
    Test number
    925718604567
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass82,812 miles (+8,466)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,812 miles
    Test number
    232733059114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,346 miles (+16,895)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,346 miles
    Test number
    952390907769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,451 miles
    Test number
    776022445119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL12 DZY

Does LL12 DZY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 DZY is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 DZY?
The MOT on LL12 DZY is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 DZY done?
LL12 DZY was recorded at 123,746 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 5,886 miles a year.
Has LL12 DZY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 DZY has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LL12 DZY 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 DZY find?
LL12 DZY passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod.

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