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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 JWCMOT history

LS12 JWC is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 128,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

LS12 JWC white 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 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
128,281 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 JWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 JWC was last recorded at 128,281 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 11,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
117,044 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
11,237 miles
Average per year
9,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,281 miles
  • 2025 – 117,044 miles
  • 2024 – 107,710 miles
  • 2023 – 99,056 miles
  • 2022 – 89,642 miles
  • 2021 – 82,021 miles
  • 2020 – 74,932 miles
  • 2019 – 64,982 miles
  • 2018 – 53,145 miles
  • 2017 – 39,648 miles
  • 2016 – 37,659 miles
  • 2015 – 30,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,281 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,281 miles (+11,237)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    128,281 miles
    Test number
    664590967406
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass117,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    117,044 miles
    Test number
    610853244294
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Fail117,040 miles (+9,330)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,040 miles
    Test number
    798674715002
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass107,710 miles (+8,654)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    107,710 miles
    Test number
    345471002732
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass99,056 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,056 miles
    Test number
    351546652689
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Fail99,056 miles (+9,414)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,056 miles
    Test number
    774274727371
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass89,642 miles (+7,621)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,642 miles
    Test number
    328116010419
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass82,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    82,021 miles
    Test number
    557193828846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail82,021 miles (+7,089)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,021 miles
    Test number
    829288808047
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass74,932 miles (+9,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,932 miles
    Test number
    838528055190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
  11. Pass64,982 miles (+11,837)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    64,982 miles
    Test number
    487486069956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass53,145 miles (+13,497)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,145 miles
    Test number
    325460763769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,648 miles (+1,989)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    39,648 miles
    Test number
    317272092276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,659 miles (+7,308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,659 miles
    Test number
    919465189725
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  15. Pass30,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    30,351 miles
    Test number
    637190905149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,351 miles1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,351 miles
    Test number
    879970905163
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to 3mm
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to 2mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to 3mm and temp puncture repair on tyre edge
    • NoteRear discs slightly lipped
    • NoteRear pads getting low

Questions about LS12 JWC

Does LS12 JWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 JWC is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 JWC?
The MOT on LS12 JWC is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 JWC done?
LS12 JWC was recorded at 128,281 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 9,021 miles a year.
Has LS12 JWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 JWC has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 JWC 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 JWC find?
LS12 JWC passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, and 3 more.

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