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BMW X3

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LP12 AXFMOT history

LP12 AXF is a blue diesel BMW X3 first used on 7 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 134,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

LP12 AXF blue BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
134,045 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 AXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 AXF was last recorded at 134,045 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,926 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
119 miles
Average per year
9,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,045 miles
  • 2025 – 122,189 miles
  • 2024 – 110,393 miles
  • 2023 – 99,323 miles
  • 2022 – 91,636 miles
  • 2021 – 80,707 miles
  • 2020 – 75,374 miles
  • 2019 – 69,172 miles
  • 2018 – 62,236 miles
  • 2017 – 56,678 miles
  • 2016 – 46,587 miles
  • 2015 – 29,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,045 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60 R 17 @ 2.8mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass134,045 miles (+119)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    134,045 miles
    Test number
    146857977613
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail133,926 miles (+11,737)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,926 miles
    Test number
    986174011838
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass122,189 miles (+11,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,189 miles
    Test number
    100318315714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60 R 17 @ 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass110,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    110,393 miles
    Test number
    578067389939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,393 miles (+11,070)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,393 miles
    Test number
    198906115550
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass99,323 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    99,323 miles
    Test number
    843680952467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60 R 17 @ 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail99,294 miles (+7,658)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,294 miles
    Test number
    795604724592
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/60 R 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords On inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60 R 17 @ 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60 R 17 @ 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass91,636 miles (+10,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,636 miles
    Test number
    170346885381
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60 R 17 @ 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test
  9. Pass80,707 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,707 miles
    Test number
    240035996246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,680 miles (+5,306)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,680 miles
    Test number
    856982736224
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass75,374 miles (+6,202)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,374 miles
    Test number
    669425829883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,172 miles (+6,936)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    69,172 miles
    Test number
    292156388600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,236 miles (+5,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,236 miles
    Test number
    132813519331
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened thin (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Pass56,678 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,678 miles
    Test number
    881772874435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,677 miles (+10,090)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,677 miles
    Test number
    733906137926
    • FailureNearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
  16. Pass46,587 miles (+17,063)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,587 miles
    Test number
    929069560905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,524 miles
    Test number
    245327065493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 AXF

Does LP12 AXF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 AXF is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 AXF?
The MOT on LP12 AXF is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 AXF done?
LP12 AXF was recorded at 134,045 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 9,712 miles a year.
Has LP12 AXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 AXF has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LP12 AXF 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 LP12 AXF find?
LP12 AXF passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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