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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 VOUMOT history

LS12 VOU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 98,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

LS12 VOU blue 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 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
98,430 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 VOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 VOU was last recorded at 98,430 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 7,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,065 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,365 miles
Average per year
6,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,430 miles
  • 2025 – 91,065 miles
  • 2024 – 81,261 miles
  • 2023 – 62,189 miles
  • 2022 – 59,505 miles
  • 2021 – 54,969 miles
  • 2020 – 48,185 miles
  • 2019 – 41,322 miles
  • 2018 – 35,670 miles
  • 2017 – 30,303 miles
  • 2016 – 25,577 miles
  • 2015 – 19,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,430 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Both front tyres wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,430 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    98,430 miles
    Test number
    354282306218
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  2. Fail98,430 miles (+7,365)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,430 miles
    Test number
    604013971894
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  3. Pass91,065 miles (+9,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    91,065 miles
    Test number
    958118565048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,261 miles (+19,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,261 miles
    Test number
    465074458302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Pass62,189 miles (+2,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    62,189 miles
    Test number
    701676161067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass59,505 miles (+4,536)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    59,505 miles
    Test number
    390450621525
    • AdvisoryMinor oil seeping from cam cover area
    • AdvisoryOffside rear body has accident damage
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs scored

  7. Pass54,969 miles (+6,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    54,969 miles
    Test number
    538050309030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass48,185 miles (+6,863)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,185 miles
    Test number
    483241315885
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass41,322 miles (+5,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,322 miles
    Test number
    935287540317
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass35,670 miles (+5,367)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    35,670 miles
    Test number
    613681958953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,303 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    30,303 miles
    Test number
    111603012380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,577 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    25,577 miles
    Test number
    809010903532
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  13. Fail25,577 miles (+6,320)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,577 miles
    Test number
    367170473987
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has a nail and wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass19,257 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    19,257 miles
    Test number
    677032085042
    • NoteFront tyres have various cuts - none are deep enough to reach cords
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LS12 VOU

Does LS12 VOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 VOU is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 VOU?
The MOT on LS12 VOU is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 VOU done?
LS12 VOU was recorded at 98,430 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 6,849 miles a year.
Has LS12 VOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 VOU has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 VOU 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 VOU find?
LS12 VOU passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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