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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 KDJMOT history

LS12 KDJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 98,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

LS12 KDJ black 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 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,366 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 KDJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 KDJ was last recorded at 98,366 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 14,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,361 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
14,005 miles
Average per year
5,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,366 miles
  • 2025 – 84,361 miles
  • 2022 – 83,400 miles
  • 2021 – 81,156 miles
  • 2020 – 79,541 miles
  • 2019 – 72,788 miles
  • 2018 – 65,745 miles
  • 2017 – 57,114 miles
  • 2016 – 51,131 miles
  • 2015 – 37,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,366 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edges (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 21 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,366 miles (+14,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,366 miles
    Test number
    607540730574
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass84,361 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    84,361 miles
    Test number
    735255862586
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail84,359 miles (+959)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,359 miles
    Test number
    315507651760
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass83,400 miles (+2,244)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,400 miles
    Test number
    675845226661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,156 miles (+1,615)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,156 miles
    Test number
    325121425355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,541 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,541 miles
    Test number
    893148974500
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail79,541 miles (+6,753)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,541 miles
    Test number
    997909650149
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass72,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,788 miles
    Test number
    668716619949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,788 miles (+7,043)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,788 miles
    Test number
    715772027776
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass65,745 miles (+8,631)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,745 miles
    Test number
    826218459397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,114 miles (+5,983)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,114 miles
    Test number
    900577068983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,131 miles (+13,776)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,131 miles
    Test number
    741904327049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    37,355 miles
    Test number
    216741315156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 KDJ

Does LS12 KDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 KDJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 KDJ?
The MOT on LS12 KDJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 KDJ done?
LS12 KDJ was recorded at 98,366 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 5,693 miles a year.
Has LS12 KDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 KDJ has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 KDJ 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 KDJ find?
LS12 KDJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edges.

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