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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LP12 DLNMOT history

LP12 DLN is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 92,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LP12 DLN 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 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
92,966 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DLN
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
16 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 DLN was last recorded at 92,966 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,955 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
4,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,966 miles
  • 2025 – 88,235 miles
  • 2024 – 81,961 miles
  • 2023 – 77,285 miles
  • 2022 – 73,631 miles
  • 2021 – 69,809 miles
  • 2020 – 64,693 miles
  • 2019 – 59,209 miles
  • 2018 – 51,862 miles
  • 2017 – 46,882 miles
  • 2016 – 43,191 miles
  • 2015 – 39,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,966 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded 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.

  • Horn not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,966 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    92,966 miles
    Test number
    461159080255
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail92,955 miles (+4,720)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,955 miles
    Test number
    316195664269
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass88,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    88,235 miles
    Test number
    762715494478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,235 miles (+212)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,235 miles
    Test number
    865997451774
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail88,023 miles (+6,062)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,023 miles
    Test number
    488640941402
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn font (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,961 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,961 miles
    Test number
    149224921378
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF/OSF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR/OSR )(NSR has a deep cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail81,961 miles (+4,676)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,961 miles
    Test number
    712503075060
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF/OSF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR/OSR )(NSR has a deep cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass77,285 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,285 miles
    Test number
    602914265254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,267 miles (+3,636)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,267 miles
    Test number
    823094217554
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass73,631 miles (+3,822)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,631 miles
    Test number
    537073108208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,809 miles (+5,116)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,809 miles
    Test number
    668561490742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,693 miles
    Test number
    158424546403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail64,693 miles (+5,484)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,693 miles
    Test number
    708487558325
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass59,209 miles (+7,347)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,209 miles
    Test number
    362383422274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,862 miles (+4,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    51,862 miles
    Test number
    477263711008
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass46,882 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,882 miles
    Test number
    720713952240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,191 miles (+4,137)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,191 miles
    Test number
    459885629516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,054 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,054 miles
    Test number
    686327275145
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Fail39,054 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,054 miles
    Test number
    286017875462
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LP12 DLN

Does LP12 DLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 DLN is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DLN?
The MOT on LP12 DLN is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 DLN done?
LP12 DLN was recorded at 92,966 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,878 miles a year.
Has LP12 DLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DLN has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LP12 DLN 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 DLN find?
LP12 DLN passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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