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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 PLZMOT history

LS12 PLZ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Apr 2012. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 110,173 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2025.

LS12 PLZ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2026
Mileage
110,173 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 PLZ
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
3 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 PLZ was last recorded at 110,173 miles on 22 Sept 2025, 4,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,133 miles · 19 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,040 miles
Average per year
7,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,173 miles
  • 2024 – 106,133 miles
  • 2023 – 100,084 miles
  • 2021 – 84,996 miles
  • 2020 – 78,191 miles
  • 2019 – 69,617 miles
  • 2018 – 61,582 miles
  • 2017 – 54,612 miles
  • 2016 – 48,264 miles
  • 2015 – 36,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,173 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,173 miles (+4,040)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    110,173 miles
    Test number
    4755732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,133 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    106,133 miles
    Test number
    3417970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail106,065 miles (+5,981)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,065 miles
    Test number
    3373849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,084 miles (+15,088)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,084 miles
    Test number
    1804451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,996 miles (+6,805)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,996 miles
    Test number
    408665237746
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass78,191 miles (+8,574)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,191 miles
    Test number
    875790558767
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass69,617 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,617 miles
    Test number
    672796036336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail69,615 miles (+8,033)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,615 miles
    Test number
    742725695674
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass61,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,582 miles
    Test number
    552792775672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail61,582 miles (+6,970)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,582 miles
    Test number
    636795276278
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass54,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    862903849498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,612 miles (+6,348)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    919321229569
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass48,264 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    48,264 miles
    Test number
    942692717328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,992 miles
    Test number
    192910024909
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre getting low on outer edge

  15. Fail47,992 miles (+11,729)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,992 miles
    Test number
    873458549878
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre getting low on outer edge

  16. Pass36,263 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,263 miles
    Test number
    245663165004
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage nearside rear wheel rim.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.
    • NoteStone cuts tyre treads.

Questions about LS12 PLZ

Does LS12 PLZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 PLZ expired on 21 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 PLZ?
The MOT on LS12 PLZ expired on 21 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 PLZ done?
LS12 PLZ was recorded at 110,173 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2025, an average of 7,003 miles a year.
Has LS12 PLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 PLZ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LS12 PLZ 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 PLZ find?
LS12 PLZ passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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