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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 OYDMOT history

LS12 OYD is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 172,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

LS12 OYD 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 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
172,477 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 OYD
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
1 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 OYD was last recorded at 172,477 miles on 21 May 2026, 9,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,509 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,968 miles
Average per year
9,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,477 miles
  • 2025 – 162,509 miles
  • 2024 – 151,202 miles
  • 2023 – 140,963 miles
  • 2022 – 133,307 miles
  • 2021 – 119,865 miles
  • 2020 – 106,346 miles
  • 2019 – 99,631 miles
  • 2018 – 87,163 miles
  • 2017 – 77,756 miles
  • 2015 – 63,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,477 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,477 miles (+9,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    172,477 miles
    Test number
    189093147453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass162,509 miles (+11,307)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    162,509 miles
    Test number
    903816975965
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass151,202 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    151,202 miles
    Test number
    614966673433
    • AdvisoryAll rear lamps tint film covering

  4. Fail151,156 miles (+10,193)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,156 miles
    Test number
    794847021365
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitment incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll lamps have tinted film coverings

  5. Pass140,963 miles (+7,656)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,963 miles
    Test number
    664055983707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,307 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    133,307 miles
    Test number
    301301252533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail133,303 miles (+13,438)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,303 miles
    Test number
    599505587632
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested both lamps (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible aftermarket HID fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords treaded area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible aftermarket HID fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass119,865 miles (+13,519)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    119,865 miles
    Test number
    149289400968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,346 miles (+6,715)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    106,346 miles
    Test number
    600193320712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,631 miles (+12,468)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    99,631 miles
    Test number
    810903938818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,163 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,163 miles
    Test number
    319370008104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail87,163 miles (+9,407)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,163 miles
    Test number
    528082254183
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass77,756 miles (+14,022)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,756 miles
    Test number
    352992378347
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted, unable to fully inspect seat belt.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have slight cracking on inner shoulders, o/s/f tyre has slight cracking on outer sidewall/shoulder sidewall/shoulder.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aim was too low, now adjusted to correct aim.

  14. Pass63,734 miles (+970)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,734 miles
    Test number
    509419217455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,764 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,764 miles
    Test number
    308454705165
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS12 OYD

Does LS12 OYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 OYD is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 OYD?
The MOT on LS12 OYD is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 OYD done?
LS12 OYD was recorded at 172,477 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 9,882 miles a year.
Has LS12 OYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 OYD has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LS12 OYD 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 OYD find?
LS12 OYD passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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