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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 UDYMOT history

LS12 UDY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 77,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

LS12 UDY 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 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
77,185 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 UDY
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 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 UDY was last recorded at 77,185 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,185 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,185 miles
  • 2025 – 75,003 miles
  • 2024 – 67,103 miles
  • 2023 – 64,542 miles
  • 2022 – 60,852 miles
  • 2021 – 59,461 miles
  • 2020 – 56,901 miles
  • 2019 – 53,970 miles
  • 2018 – 48,938 miles
  • 2017 – 44,741 miles
  • 2016 – 38,314 miles
  • 2015 – 29,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,185 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear wheels have been repairedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed DRIVERS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn on both edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,185 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    77,185 miles
    Test number
    965432576182
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear wheels have been repaired
  2. Fail77,185 miles (+2,182)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,185 miles
    Test number
    315566627502
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear wheels have been repaired
  3. Pass75,003 miles (+7,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    75,003 miles
    Test number
    473647914696
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass67,103 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    67,103 miles
    Test number
    238301203237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,542 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    64,542 miles
    Test number
    904345415649
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed DRIVERS (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  6. Fail64,542 miles (+3,690)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,542 miles
    Test number
    102529739107
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed DRIVERS (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass60,852 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    60,852 miles
    Test number
    960458406343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,848 miles (+1,387)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,848 miles
    Test number
    952352977197
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
  9. Pass59,461 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    59,461 miles
    Test number
    902114570038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,901 miles (+2,931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    56,901 miles
    Test number
    222902799860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass53,970 miles (+5,032)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    53,970 miles
    Test number
    276520897666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,938 miles (+4,197)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    48,938 miles
    Test number
    476060761115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has slightly long travel
  13. Pass44,741 miles (+4,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    44,741 miles
    Test number
    435741141260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass40,216 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,216 miles
    Test number
    232275140888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,314 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    38,314 miles
    Test number
    418633556333
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on both edges
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  16. Fail38,314 miles (+8,558)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,314 miles
    Test number
    450313080105
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on both edges
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  17. Pass29,756 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,756 miles
    Test number
    988559795050
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear wheel has a welded repair
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS12 UDY

Does LS12 UDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 UDY is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 UDY?
The MOT on LS12 UDY is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 UDY done?
LS12 UDY was recorded at 77,185 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 4,208 miles a year.
Has LS12 UDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 UDY has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 UDY 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 UDY find?
LS12 UDY passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre slightly damaged; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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