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BMW 118

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 UERMOT history

LS12 UER is a black diesel BMW 118 first used on 13 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 118,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
118,100 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 UER
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 UER was last recorded at 118,100 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 9,065 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,035 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,065 miles
Average per year
8,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,100 miles
  • 2025 – 109,035 miles
  • 2024 – 102,005 miles
  • 2023 – 90,034 miles
  • 2022 – 80,386 miles
  • 2021 – 70,791 miles
  • 2020 – 67,771 miles
  • 2019 – 60,142 miles
  • 2018 – 49,071 miles
  • 2017 – 38,497 miles
  • 2016 – 30,158 miles
  • 2015 – 22,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,100 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    118,100 miles
    Test number
    375617473225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  2. Fail118,100 miles (+9,065)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,100 miles
    Test number
    414148631529
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Pass109,035 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    109,035 miles
    Test number
    277356019576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside front daytime running lamp inoperative.
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp unit shows condensation ingress and the dip beam image is weak.
    • AdvisoryOdd speed rated tyres are fitted at the rear axle.

  4. Fail109,035 miles (+7,030)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,035 miles
    Test number
    953751267863
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside front daytime running lamp inoperative.
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp unit shows condensation ingress and the dip beam image is weak.
    • AdvisoryOdd speed rated tyres are fitted at the rear axle.

  5. Pass102,005 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,005 miles
    Test number
    878995670573
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective due to contamination - condensation - beam image only just visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) becoming excessive
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

  6. Fail102,005 miles (+11,971)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,005 miles
    Test number
    908154623400
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective due to contamination - condensation - beam image only just visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) becoming excessive
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

  7. Pass90,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,034 miles
    Test number
    176160074914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,034 miles (+34)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,034 miles
    Test number
    802815648406
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass90,000 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    90,000 miles
    Test number
    570134946373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail90,000 miles (+9,614)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,000 miles
    Test number
    131351499617
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass80,386 miles (+9,595)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    80,386 miles
    Test number
    158172062240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,791 miles (+3,020)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    70,791 miles
    Test number
    829769393565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,771 miles (+7,629)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    67,771 miles
    Test number
    880743166575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,142 miles (+11,071)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,142 miles
    Test number
    949615448763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,071 miles (+10,574)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    49,071 miles
    Test number
    358996993667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,497 miles (+8,339)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    38,497 miles
    Test number
    775373619163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,158 miles (+7,551)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,158 miles
    Test number
    503776947903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    22,607 miles
    Test number
    305585275068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 UER

Does LS12 UER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 UER is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 UER?
The MOT on LS12 UER is valid until 4 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 UER done?
LS12 UER was recorded at 118,100 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 8,644 miles a year.
Has LS12 UER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 UER has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 UER 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 UER find?
LS12 UER passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated.

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