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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 KDFMOT history

LS12 KDF is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 27 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 125,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
125,413 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 KDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 KDF was last recorded at 125,413 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 4,519 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,894 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,519 miles
Average per year
7,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,413 miles
  • 2025 – 120,894 miles
  • 2024 – 117,536 miles
  • 2023 – 113,948 miles
  • 2022 – 110,989 miles
  • 2021 – 107,314 miles
  • 2019 – 97,716 miles
  • 2018 – 92,715 miles
  • 2017 – 76,891 miles
  • 2016 – 55,212 miles
  • 2015 – 45,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,413 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,413 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    125,413 miles
    Test number
    439263088803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail125,413 miles (+4,519)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,413 miles
    Test number
    531760902878
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass120,894 miles (+3,358)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    120,894 miles
    Test number
    347153453063
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront flex exhaust pipe loose but still safe

  4. Pass117,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    117,536 miles
    Test number
    878503230327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail117,536 miles (+3,588)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,536 miles
    Test number
    274947143269
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass113,948 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    113,948 miles
    Test number
    955191035459
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake warning sensor in secure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail113,948 miles (+2,959)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,948 miles
    Test number
    335008786909
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake warning sensor in secure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,989 miles (+3,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    110,989 miles
    Test number
    683921503713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass107,314 miles (+9,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    107,314 miles
    Test number
    737411239317
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass97,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,716 miles
    Test number
    532865573121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,716 miles (+5,001)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,716 miles
    Test number
    835097418780
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass92,715 miles (+15,824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,715 miles
    Test number
    504977669702
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass76,891 miles (+21,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,891 miles
    Test number
    476457329283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass55,212 miles (+9,993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,212 miles
    Test number
    236379658106
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass45,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    45,219 miles
    Test number
    378353435140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 KDF

Does LS12 KDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 KDF is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 KDF?
The MOT on LS12 KDF is valid until 4 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 KDF done?
LS12 KDF was recorded at 125,413 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 7,155 miles a year.
Has LS12 KDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 KDF has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 KDF 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 KDF find?
LS12 KDF passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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