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BMW 116

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 EKAMOT history

LS12 EKA is a red diesel BMW 116 first used on 29 Mar 2012. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 9 of 17 MOT tests, with 127,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
127,664 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
9 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 EKA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS12 EKA was last recorded at 127,664 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 5,020 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,644 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,020 miles
Average per year
6,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,664 miles
  • 2025 – 122,644 miles
  • 2023 – 115,117 miles
  • 2022 – 111,634 miles
  • 2021 – 102,381 miles
  • 2019 – 89,995 miles
  • 2018 – 82,371 miles
  • 2017 – 73,869 miles
  • 2016 – 64,088 miles
  • 2015 – 54,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,664 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear advise n/s/r shock cover detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise have rear pads inspected for wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Advise rear wiper blade splie rubber

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,664 miles (+5,020)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,664 miles
    Test number
    250517141820
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass122,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    122,644 miles
    Test number
    747597756072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail122,644 miles (+7,527)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,644 miles
    Test number
    399161871652
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass115,117 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    115,117 miles
    Test number
    429517798886
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail115,117 miles (+3,483)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,117 miles
    Test number
    755479455902
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass111,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    111,634 miles
    Test number
    436073165933
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear advise n/s/r shock cover detached

  7. Fail111,634 miles (+9,253)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,634 miles
    Test number
    683036044279
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear advise n/s/r shock cover detached

  8. Pass102,381 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    102,381 miles
    Test number
    168623038267
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise have rear pads inspected for wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear wiper blade splie rubber

  9. Fail102,381 miles (+12,386)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,381 miles
    Test number
    580107541131
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise have rear pads inspected for wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear wiper blade splie rubber

  10. Pass89,995 miles (+7,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,995 miles
    Test number
    874184461599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass82,371 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,371 miles
    Test number
    254873664881
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail82,339 miles (+8,470)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,339 miles
    Test number
    876678512891
    • MajorLoading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass73,869 miles (+9,781)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,869 miles
    Test number
    524236194365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,088 miles
    Test number
    636363497717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,088 miles (+9,451)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,088 miles
    Test number
    522120948634
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass54,637 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,637 miles
    Test number
    655000595009
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail54,637 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,637 miles
    Test number
    896560195072
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LS12 EKA

Does LS12 EKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 EKA expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 EKA?
The MOT on LS12 EKA expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 EKA done?
LS12 EKA was recorded at 127,664 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 6,360 miles a year.
Has LS12 EKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 EKA has failed 8 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 EKA 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 LS12 EKA find?
LS12 EKA failed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects and 1 minor defect: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; nearside front position lamp not working, and 2 more.

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