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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 UHLMOT history

LS12 UHL is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 25 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 167,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

LS12 UHL black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
167,084 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 UHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 UHL was last recorded at 167,084 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 5,606 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,478 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,606 miles
Average per year
11,570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,084 miles
  • 2025 – 161,478 miles
  • 2024 – 156,737 miles
  • 2023 – 147,994 miles
  • 2022 – 140,345 miles
  • 2021 – 132,495 miles
  • 2019 – 98,174 miles
  • 2018 – 84,601 miles
  • 2017 – 66,946 miles
  • 2016 – 54,361 miles
  • 2015 – 37,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,084 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen chipRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,084 miles (+5,606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    167,084 miles
    Test number
    117314201020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen chip
  2. Pass161,478 miles (+4,741)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    161,478 miles
    Test number
    733539550040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass156,737 miles (+8,743)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,737 miles
    Test number
    254050858315
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen chip
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass147,994 miles (+7,649)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    147,994 miles
    Test number
    518346844234
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen chip
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass140,345 miles (+7,850)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    140,345 miles
    Test number
    205009772745
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass132,495 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    132,495 miles
    Test number
    350837273505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail132,486 miles (+34,312)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,486 miles
    Test number
    815544058691
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator inner pads low (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass98,174 miles (+13,573)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,174 miles
    Test number
    188223978532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
  9. Pass84,601 miles (+17,655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,601 miles
    Test number
    111947501155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass66,946 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,946 miles
    Test number
    267637855971
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted - not allowing full inspection
  11. Fail66,946 miles (+12,585)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,946 miles
    Test number
    924956485134
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted - not allowing full inspection
  12. Pass54,361 miles (+17,147)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,361 miles
    Test number
    395676522481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,214 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,214 miles
    Test number
    405557955171
    • NoteEmission too lean

Questions about LS12 UHL

Does LS12 UHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 UHL is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 UHL?
The MOT on LS12 UHL is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 UHL done?
LS12 UHL was recorded at 167,084 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 11,570 miles a year.
Has LS12 UHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 UHL has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LS12 UHL 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 UHL find?
LS12 UHL passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; offside front windscreen chip.

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