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BMW 118

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 EKBMOT history

LS12 EKB is a white diesel BMW 118 first used on 12 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 131,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
131,343 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 EKB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 EKB was last recorded at 131,343 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 5,059 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,284 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,059 miles
Average per year
8,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,343 miles
  • 2025 – 126,284 miles
  • 2024 – 125,089 miles
  • 2023 – 116,633 miles
  • 2022 – 107,363 miles
  • 2021 – 97,966 miles
  • 2020 – 88,507 miles
  • 2019 – 79,363 miles
  • 2018 – 70,023 miles
  • 2017 – 60,763 miles
  • 2016 – 48,451 miles
  • 2015 – 34,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,343 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225.40.18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Park brake performance only just met would appear to require adjustment or repair

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,343 miles (+5,059)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    131,343 miles
    Test number
    948292514581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225.40.18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass126,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    126,284 miles
    Test number
    701778640899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,283 miles (+1,194)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,283 miles
    Test number
    498672233309
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    125,089 miles
    Test number
    356817198509
    • AdvisoryPark brake performance only just met would appear to require adjustment or repair

  5. Fail125,089 miles (+8,456)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,089 miles
    Test number
    108007499631
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryPark brake performance only just met would appear to require adjustment or repair

  6. Pass116,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,633 miles
    Test number
    776313337114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail116,633 miles (+9,270)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,633 miles
    Test number
    718195826030
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    107,363 miles
    Test number
    326731782920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail107,363 miles (+9,397)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,363 miles
    Test number
    299058392968
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass97,966 miles (+9,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    97,966 miles
    Test number
    674722276025
    • AdvisoryPark brake performance only just met would appear to require adjustment or repair

  11. Pass88,507 miles (+9,144)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,507 miles
    Test number
    980593471543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass79,363 miles (+9,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    79,363 miles
    Test number
    395033405222
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s , o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass70,023 miles (+9,260)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,023 miles
    Test number
    688507723587
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced centre bulb inop (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers on underside stopping a 100% inspection

  14. Pass60,763 miles (+12,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,763 miles
    Test number
    353113614393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass48,451 miles (+14,015)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    48,451 miles
    Test number
    660998213633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    34,436 miles
    Test number
    479357775132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,436 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,436 miles
    Test number
    556827575103
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS12 EKB

Does LS12 EKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 EKB is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 EKB?
The MOT on LS12 EKB is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 EKB done?
LS12 EKB was recorded at 131,343 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 8,733 miles a year.
Has LS12 EKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 EKB has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 EKB 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 EKB find?
LS12 EKB passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225.40.18.

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