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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LP12 DPXMOT history

LP12 DPX is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 6 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 127,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
127,981 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 DPX was last recorded at 127,981 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,873 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
108 miles
Average per year
9,226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,981 miles
  • 2025 – 121,459 miles
  • 2024 – 116,721 miles
  • 2023 – 110,257 miles
  • 2022 – 104,603 miles
  • 2021 – 96,632 miles
  • 2020 – 89,392 miles
  • 2019 – 78,918 miles
  • 2018 – 64,533 miles
  • 2017 – 51,593 miles
  • 2016 – 38,714 miles
  • 2015 – 25,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,981 miles
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2016

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,981 miles (+108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    127,981 miles
    Test number
    530261056358
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Fail127,873 miles (+6,414)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,873 miles
    Test number
    298960090739
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Pass121,459 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    121,459 miles
    Test number
    440540305900
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail121,458 miles (+4,737)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,458 miles
    Test number
    273615540193
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass116,721 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,721 miles
    Test number
    837450632468
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  6. Fail116,721 miles (+6,464)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,721 miles
    Test number
    342001229177
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  7. Pass110,257 miles (+112)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    110,257 miles
    Test number
    721538358967
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Fail110,145 miles (+5,542)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,145 miles
    Test number
    776006330161
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass104,603 miles (+7,971)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    104,603 miles
    Test number
    691484328746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,632 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    96,632 miles
    Test number
    959444781672
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail96,632 miles (+7,240)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,632 miles
    Test number
    733024315156
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass89,392 miles (+10,474)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,392 miles
    Test number
    280451861043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,918 miles (+14,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,918 miles
    Test number
    695908385504
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  14. Pass64,533 miles (+12,940)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,533 miles
    Test number
    941351526224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,593 miles (+12,879)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    51,593 miles
    Test number
    865472939377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,714 miles (+12,758)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,714 miles
    Test number
    247524219529
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn badly on outer edge + sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
  17. Pass25,956 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    25,956 miles
    Test number
    327123535478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front inner steering arm has slight movement at its fixing

Questions about LP12 DPX

Does LP12 DPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 DPX is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DPX?
The MOT on LP12 DPX is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 DPX done?
LP12 DPX was recorded at 127,981 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 9,226 miles a year.
Has LP12 DPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DPX has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LP12 DPX 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 DPX find?
LP12 DPX passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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