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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LP12 USUMOT history

LP12 USU is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 24 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 133,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
133,748 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 USU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 USU was last recorded at 133,748 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 5,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,691 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,057 miles
Average per year
7,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,748 miles
  • 2025 – 128,691 miles
  • 2024 – 124,491 miles
  • 2023 – 120,250 miles
  • 2022 – 112,561 miles
  • 2021 – 107,664 miles
  • 2019 – 94,529 miles
  • 2018 – 85,356 miles
  • 2017 – 75,130 miles
  • 2016 – 69,498 miles
  • 2015 – 55,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,748 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,748 miles (+5,057)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    133,748 miles
    Test number
    709110033376
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass128,691 miles (+4,200)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,691 miles
    Test number
    584634814827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S and O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass124,491 miles (+4,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    124,491 miles
    Test number
    924549065077
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass120,250 miles (+7,689)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,250 miles
    Test number
    845841770705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,561 miles (+4,897)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,561 miles
    Test number
    565930164252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,664 miles
    Test number
    493563849047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,664 miles (+13,135)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,664 miles
    Test number
    440352813389
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass94,529 miles (+9,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,529 miles
    Test number
    894871494574
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass85,356 miles (+10,226)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,356 miles
    Test number
    183506076378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,130 miles (+5,632)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,130 miles
    Test number
    328141387865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,498 miles (+13,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    69,498 miles
    Test number
    172327459437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCovers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  12. Pass55,767 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,767 miles
    Test number
    295957085482
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 2.5mm
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen

  13. Pass55,767 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,767 miles
    Test number
    609257385159
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen

  14. Fail55,767 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,767 miles
    Test number
    979697185128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen

Questions about LP12 USU

Does LP12 USU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 USU is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 USU?
The MOT on LP12 USU is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 USU done?
LP12 USU was recorded at 133,748 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 7,213 miles a year.
Has LP12 USU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 USU has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LP12 USU 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 USU find?
LP12 USU passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing or cracking, and 2 more.

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