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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,997 cc

LP12 UVAMOT history

LP12 UVA is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 83,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

LP12 UVA black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
83,116 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,992 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 UVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 UVA was last recorded at 83,116 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,115 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,992 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,116 miles
  • 2024 – 76,952 miles
  • 2023 – 69,181 miles
  • 2022 – 65,043 miles
  • 2021 – 64,215 miles
  • 2020 – 63,477 miles
  • 2019 – 61,828 miles
  • 2018 – 57,973 miles
  • 2017 – 48,227 miles
  • 2016 – 38,524 miles
  • 2015 – 23,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,116 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,116 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    83,116 miles
    Test number
    454331340005
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail83,115 miles (+6,163)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,115 miles
    Test number
    747131054040
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass76,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,952 miles
    Test number
    513482222852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,952 miles (+7,771)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,952 miles
    Test number
    161932356446
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

  5. Pass69,181 miles (+4,138)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,181 miles
    Test number
    723208760250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    65,043 miles
    Test number
    279646531391
    • 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))

  7. Fail65,043 miles (+828)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,043 miles
    Test number
    694150027206
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (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))

  8. Pass64,215 miles (+738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    64,215 miles
    Test number
    512026840606
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass63,477 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,477 miles
    Test number
    946846283385
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail63,477 miles (+1,649)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,477 miles
    Test number
    318599028522
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,828 miles
    Test number
    384641157285
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail61,828 miles (+3,855)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,828 miles
    Test number
    432802301825
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass57,973 miles (+9,746)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    57,973 miles
    Test number
    643794319567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,227 miles (+9,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    48,227 miles
    Test number
    139980793186
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass38,524 miles (+15,467)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    38,524 miles
    Test number
    628997347476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    23,057 miles
    Test number
    139609902186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 UVA

Does LP12 UVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP12 UVA expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP12 UVA?
The MOT on LP12 UVA expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP12 UVA done?
LP12 UVA was recorded at 83,116 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 5,992 miles a year.
Has LP12 UVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 UVA has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LP12 UVA 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 UVA find?
LP12 UVA passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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