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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 OKZMOT history

LS12 OKZ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 184,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LS12 OKZ 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 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
184,354 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 OKZ
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
20 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 OKZ was last recorded at 184,354 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 5,292 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,062 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,292 miles
Average per year
9,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,354 miles
  • 2024 – 179,062 miles
  • 2023 – 173,411 miles
  • 2022 – 153,542 miles
  • 2021 – 130,512 miles
  • 2020 – 114,970 miles
  • 2019 – 97,351 miles
  • 2018 – 90,205 miles
  • 2017 – 86,934 miles
  • 2016 – 81,464 miles
  • 2015 – 77,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,354 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 30 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,354 miles (+5,292)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    184,354 miles
    Test number
    687404894336
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,062 miles (+5,651)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    179,062 miles
    Test number
    646568698633
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass173,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    173,411 miles
    Test number
    959569163373
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail173,411 miles (+19,869)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,411 miles
    Test number
    289420809974
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass153,542 miles (+23,030)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    153,542 miles
    Test number
    227427457992
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass130,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    130,512 miles
    Test number
    506848613216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail130,512 miles (+15,542)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,512 miles
    Test number
    909797439209
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass114,970 miles (+17,619)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,970 miles
    Test number
    453335293724
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass97,351 miles (+3,461)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,351 miles
    Test number
    100131566641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,890 miles (+3,685)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2020
    Odometer
    93,890 miles
    Test number
    150622407205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass90,205 miles (+3,271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,205 miles
    Test number
    817471341389
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass86,934 miles (+5,470)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,934 miles
    Test number
    749662134909
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass81,464 miles (+4,023)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,464 miles
    Test number
    556081792757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,441 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    77,441 miles
    Test number
    126911025120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail77,441 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,441 miles
    Test number
    758570925170
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS12 OKZ

Does LS12 OKZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 OKZ is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 OKZ?
The MOT on LS12 OKZ is valid until 24 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 OKZ done?
LS12 OKZ was recorded at 184,354 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 9,876 miles a year.
Has LS12 OKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 OKZ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS12 OKZ 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 OKZ find?
LS12 OKZ passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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