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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LL12 ZXAMOT history

LL12 ZXA is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 174,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

LL12 ZXA white 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
174,105 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 ZXA
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
11 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 ZXA was last recorded at 174,105 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,102 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
14,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,105 miles
  • 2025 – 160,779 miles
  • 2024 – 143,568 miles
  • 2023 – 125,180 miles
  • 2022 – 107,117 miles
  • 2020 – 82,388 miles
  • 2019 – 60,507 miles
  • 2018 – 49,981 miles
  • 2017 – 38,859 miles
  • 2016 – 29,938 miles
  • 2015 – 22,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,105 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024

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, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass174,105 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    174,105 miles
    Test number
    559783372621
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail174,102 miles (+13,323)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,102 miles
    Test number
    897100755440
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass160,779 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    160,779 miles
    Test number
    957483232203
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail160,779 miles (+17,211)2 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,779 miles
    Test number
    865253742794
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass143,568 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    143,568 miles
    Test number
    906079053137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail143,566 miles (+18,386)1 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,566 miles
    Test number
    683094768478
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass125,180 miles (+18,063)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    125,180 miles
    Test number
    628504188477
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass107,117 miles (+24,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,117 miles
    Test number
    528368995500
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass82,388 miles (+21,881)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    82,388 miles
    Test number
    792258688155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,507 miles (+10,526)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,507 miles
    Test number
    547291797317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,981 miles (+11,122)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,981 miles
    Test number
    843732395998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,859 miles
    Test number
    471688662686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail38,859 miles (+8,921)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,859 miles
    Test number
    255059884381
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass29,938 miles (+7,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,938 miles
    Test number
    192384819751
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing close to legal limit

  15. Pass22,462 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    22,462 miles
    Test number
    386952255157
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LL12 ZXA

Does LL12 ZXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 ZXA is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 ZXA?
The MOT on LL12 ZXA 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 ZXA done?
LL12 ZXA was recorded at 174,105 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 14,068 miles a year.
Has LL12 ZXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 ZXA has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LL12 ZXA 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 ZXA find?
LL12 ZXA passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front, and 1 more.

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