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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 FCDMOT history

LS12 FCD is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 97,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

LS12 FCD grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
97,396 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 FCD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 FCD was last recorded at 97,396 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 10,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
87,360 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,036 miles
Average per year
6,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,396 miles
  • 2024 – 87,360 miles
  • 2023 – 79,374 miles
  • 2022 – 74,675 miles
  • 2021 – 68,667 miles
  • 2020 – 65,736 miles
  • 2019 – 60,307 miles
  • 2018 – 54,955 miles
  • 2017 – 47,610 miles
  • 2016 – 36,589 miles
  • 2015 – 26,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,396 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 3 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,396 miles (+10,036)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    97,396 miles
    Test number
    679402774893
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass87,360 miles (+7,986)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    87,360 miles
    Test number
    973283710994
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass79,374 miles (+4,699)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,374 miles
    Test number
    937051887909
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass74,675 miles (+6,008)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,675 miles
    Test number
    658048641651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  5. Pass68,667 miles (+2,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,667 miles
    Test number
    530332332387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass65,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,736 miles
    Test number
    589513385676
    • AdvisoryCentral under trays fitted
  7. Fail65,736 miles (+5,429)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,736 miles
    Test number
    432559960265
    • DangerousCentral Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral under trays fitted
  8. Pass60,307 miles (+5,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,307 miles
    Test number
    184764735773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass54,955 miles (+7,345)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,955 miles
    Test number
    844818371394
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass47,610 miles (+11,021)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,610 miles
    Test number
    598570917414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,589 miles (+9,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    36,589 miles
    Test number
    557967271526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to wear bars (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to wear bars (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  12. Pass26,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    26,861 miles
    Test number
    167272565036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail26,861 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,861 miles
    Test number
    135672565457
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS12 FCD

Does LS12 FCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 FCD is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 FCD?
The MOT on LS12 FCD is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 FCD done?
LS12 FCD was recorded at 97,396 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 6,579 miles a year.
Has LS12 FCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 FCD has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LS12 FCD 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 FCD find?
LS12 FCD passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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