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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 PCFMOT history

LS12 PCF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Apr 2012. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 180,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

LS12 PCF grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
180,083 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
13,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 PCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 PCF was last recorded at 180,083 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,074 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
13,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,083 miles
  • 2024 – 171,585 miles
  • 2023 – 159,788 miles
  • 2022 – 147,130 miles
  • 2021 – 135,688 miles
  • 2020 – 127,350 miles
  • 2019 – 110,284 miles
  • 2018 – 95,222 miles
  • 2017 – 77,193 miles
  • 2016 – 54,515 miles
  • 2015 – 38,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,083 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full underside inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass180,083 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    180,083 miles
    Test number
    507320406706
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail180,074 miles (+8,489)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,074 miles
    Test number
    288080994079
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering rack retaining devices dangerously loose (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass171,585 miles (+11,797)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    171,585 miles
    Test number
    506044644041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full underside inspection
  4. Pass159,788 miles (+12,658)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    159,788 miles
    Test number
    752266422062
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full underside inspection
  5. Pass147,130 miles (+11,442)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    147,130 miles
    Test number
    939003410708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full underside inspection
  6. Pass135,688 miles (+8,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    135,688 miles
    Test number
    221860793697
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass127,350 miles (+17,066)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    127,350 miles
    Test number
    310297414616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,284 miles (+15,062)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,284 miles
    Test number
    564350343702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,222 miles (+18,029)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,222 miles
    Test number
    869090719416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,193 miles (+22,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,193 miles
    Test number
    502279088159
    • AdvisoryRear tyres close to 2.0mm markers, o/o and n/s.
  11. Pass54,515 miles (+16,369)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,515 miles
    Test number
    701274888043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    38,146 miles
    Test number
    329675105158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 PCF

Does LS12 PCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 PCF expired on 22 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 PCF?
The MOT on LS12 PCF expired on 22 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 PCF done?
LS12 PCF was recorded at 180,083 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 13,487 miles a year.
Has LS12 PCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 PCF has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 PCF 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 PCF find?
LS12 PCF passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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