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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 UEUMOT history

LS12 UEU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 146,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

LS12 UEU 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 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
146,994 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 UEU
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
12 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 UEU was last recorded at 146,994 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 3,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,160 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,834 miles
Average per year
10,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,994 miles
  • 2025 – 143,160 miles
  • 2024 – 138,711 miles
  • 2023 – 134,751 miles
  • 2022 – 129,509 miles
  • 2021 – 118,611 miles
  • 2020 – 111,594 miles
  • 2019 – 102,577 miles
  • 2018 – 91,153 miles
  • 2017 – 62,441 miles
  • 2016 – 30,977 miles
  • 2015 – 24,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,994 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met indicating that adjustment or repair may be required

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,994 miles (+3,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    146,994 miles
    Test number
    437321684323
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,160 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    143,160 miles
    Test number
    116414000788
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met indicating that adjustment or repair may be required

  3. Fail143,147 miles (+4,436)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,147 miles
    Test number
    160240222968
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met indicating that adjustment or repair may be required

  4. Pass138,711 miles (+3,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    138,711 miles
    Test number
    881649243793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass134,751 miles (+5,242)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    134,751 miles
    Test number
    543577058291
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass129,509 miles (+10,898)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,509 miles
    Test number
    658049081160
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin NEED REPLACING VERY SOON BRAKE LIGHT WARNINING LIGHT ON (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,611 miles (+7,017)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    118,611 miles
    Test number
    241488143676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,594 miles
    Test number
    620575758966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail111,594 miles (+9,017)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,594 miles
    Test number
    561843895599
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. emergency wheel fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads 50% worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened a little scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass102,577 miles (+11,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,577 miles
    Test number
    563470786846
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass91,153 miles (+28,712)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,153 miles
    Test number
    254831523780
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing

  12. Pass62,441 miles (+31,464)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,441 miles
    Test number
    478361870231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and lipped (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass30,977 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,977 miles
    Test number
    123166081404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryPerishing to all tyres

  14. Fail30,977 miles (+6,912)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,977 miles
    Test number
    247335557504
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryPerishing to all tyres

  15. Pass24,065 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    24,065 miles
    Test number
    218583615434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS12 UEU

Does LS12 UEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 UEU is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 UEU?
The MOT on LS12 UEU is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 UEU done?
LS12 UEU was recorded at 146,994 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 10,917 miles a year.
Has LS12 UEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 UEU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 UEU 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 UEU find?
LS12 UEU passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front nail in tyre; oil leak, but not excessive rear differential.

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