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BMW 1 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LR12 BUEMOT history

LR12 BUE is a black petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 16 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 42,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

LR12 BUE black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
42,226 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR12 BUE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR12 BUE was last recorded at 42,226 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 3,129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
39,097 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,129 miles
Average per year
2,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,226 miles
  • 2025 – 39,097 miles
  • 2024 – 38,281 miles
  • 2023 – 34,903 miles
  • 2022 – 33,600 miles
  • 2021 – 32,115 miles
  • 2020 – 30,825 miles
  • 2019 – 28,360 miles
  • 2018 – 25,664 miles
  • 2017 – 22,673 miles
  • 2016 – 19,413 miles
  • 2015 – 15,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,226 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 9 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    42,226 miles
    Test number
    104360239585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail42,226 miles (+3,129)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,226 miles
    Test number
    288425310524
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass39,097 miles (+816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    39,097 miles
    Test number
    588216017651
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass38,281 miles (+3,378)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    38,281 miles
    Test number
    585939126684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass34,903 miles (+1,303)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    34,903 miles
    Test number
    918708921678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass33,600 miles (+1,485)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    33,600 miles
    Test number
    994566976939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,115 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    32,115 miles
    Test number
    444262179481
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail32,115 miles (+1,290)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,115 miles
    Test number
    388274213640
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both side (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass30,825 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    30,825 miles
    Test number
    854394565562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,360 miles (+2,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    28,360 miles
    Test number
    557827946412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  11. Pass25,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    25,664 miles
    Test number
    711015820492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail25,664 miles (+2,991)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,664 miles
    Test number
    678417806704
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass22,673 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    22,673 miles
    Test number
    542406232358
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail22,673 miles (+3,260)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,673 miles
    Test number
    775831421725
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass19,413 miles (+3,576)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    19,413 miles
    Test number
    194038441178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    15,837 miles
    Test number
    127778665456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR12 BUE

Does LR12 BUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR12 BUE is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR12 BUE?
The MOT on LR12 BUE is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR12 BUE done?
LR12 BUE was recorded at 42,226 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 2,384 miles a year.
Has LR12 BUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR12 BUE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR12 BUE 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 LR12 BUE find?
LR12 BUE passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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