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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 UBLMOT history

LS12 UBL is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 143,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

LS12 UBL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
143,726 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 UBL
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
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 UBL was last recorded at 143,726 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 25,706 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,020 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
25,706 miles
Average per year
11,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,726 miles
  • 2024 – 118,020 miles
  • 2023 – 109,311 miles
  • 2022 – 103,827 miles
  • 2021 – 97,068 miles
  • 2019 – 83,509 miles
  • 2018 – 74,871 miles
  • 2017 – 63,036 miles
  • 2016 – 51,730 miles
  • 2015 – 38,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,726 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,726 miles (+25,706)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    143,726 miles
    Test number
    473469128413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,020 miles (+8,709)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,020 miles
    Test number
    928303059892
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  3. Pass109,311 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,311 miles
    Test number
    984556545184
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail109,311 miles (+5,484)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,311 miles
    Test number
    154868525927
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,827 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    103,827 miles
    Test number
    473365571777
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail103,825 miles (+6,757)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,825 miles
    Test number
    533336326398
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass97,068 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    97,068 miles
    Test number
    135095625071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,001 miles (+13,492)2 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,001 miles
    Test number
    440642082433
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component insecure Light unit. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Wing mirror. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth at 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass83,509 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,509 miles
    Test number
    585827669996
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail83,509 miles (+8,638)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,509 miles
    Test number
    252212389901
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass74,871 miles (+11,835)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,871 miles
    Test number
    781378346434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,036 miles (+11,306)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,036 miles
    Test number
    544907126046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,730 miles (+5,233)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,730 miles
    Test number
    977686331545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,497 miles (+8,205)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,497 miles
    Test number
    680120914935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,292 miles (+15,666)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,292 miles
    Test number
    907087072613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,626 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    22,626 miles
    Test number
    877620425166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    22,459 miles
    Test number
    476390405174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 UBL

Does LS12 UBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 UBL is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 UBL?
The MOT on LS12 UBL is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 UBL done?
LS12 UBL was recorded at 143,726 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 11,448 miles a year.
Has LS12 UBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 UBL has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS12 UBL 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 UBL find?
LS12 UBL passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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