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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

LS12 SMSMOT history

LS12 SMS is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 145,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

LS12 SMS grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
145,322 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 SMS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
24 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 SMS was last recorded at 145,322 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 7,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,017 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,305 miles
Average per year
11,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,322 miles
  • 2025 – 138,017 miles
  • 2024 – 132,932 miles
  • 2023 – 125,991 miles
  • 2022 – 124,591 miles
  • 2021 – 124,297 miles
  • 2020 – 104,019 miles
  • 2019 – 76,235 miles
  • 2018 – 53,258 miles
  • 2017 – 42,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,322 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 14 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,322 miles (+7,305)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    145,322 miles
    Test number
    568455500833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,017 miles (+5,085)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,017 miles
    Test number
    630954584767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass132,932 miles (+6,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    132,932 miles
    Test number
    541481672767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  4. Pass125,991 miles (+1,400)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    125,991 miles
    Test number
    769350788654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,591 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    124,591 miles
    Test number
    301847436020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Fail124,591 miles (+294)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,591 miles
    Test number
    962549786251
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  7. Pass124,297 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    124,297 miles
    Test number
    919604001695
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  8. Fail124,296 miles (+20,277)3 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,296 miles
    Test number
    472070193359
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  9. Pass104,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    104,019 miles
    Test number
    991614396820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail104,019 miles (+27,784)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,019 miles
    Test number
    940071300206
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass76,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,235 miles
    Test number
    195537916284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,233 miles (+22,975)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,233 miles
    Test number
    990940098305
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm slow puncture (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass53,258 miles (+10,793)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,258 miles
    Test number
    439579966219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,465 miles
    Test number
    437359086511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 SMS

Does LS12 SMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 SMS is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 SMS?
The MOT on LS12 SMS is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 SMS done?
LS12 SMS was recorded at 145,322 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 11,299 miles a year.
Has LS12 SMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 SMS has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LS12 SMS 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 SMS find?
LS12 SMS passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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