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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 VSPMOT history

LS12 VSP is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 151,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LS12 VSP white 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 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
151,165 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 VSP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 VSP was last recorded at 151,165 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 3,851 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,314 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,851 miles
Average per year
8,765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,165 miles
  • 2025 – 147,314 miles
  • 2024 – 143,055 miles
  • 2023 – 139,665 miles
  • 2022 – 133,792 miles
  • 2021 – 124,109 miles
  • 2020 – 115,464 miles
  • 2019 – 101,848 miles
  • 2018 – 89,816 miles
  • 2017 – 75,970 miles
  • 2016 – 61,923 miles
  • 2015 – 50,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,165 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Coil spring corroded both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Damage to underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • N/s/f inner arch loose and covers missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,165 miles (+3,851)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    151,165 miles
    Test number
    948387326086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,314 miles (+4,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    147,314 miles
    Test number
    284157342893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass143,055 miles (+3,390)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    143,055 miles
    Test number
    959755145745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass139,665 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    139,665 miles
    Test number
    937476158011
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner arch loose and covers missing
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine
    • AdvisoryO/s/f jacking point missing

  5. Fail139,665 miles (+5,873)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,665 miles
    Test number
    648563888754
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake squeak from rear
    • AdvisoryDamage to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner arch loose and covers missing
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine
    • AdvisoryO/s/f jacking point missing

  6. Pass133,792 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    133,792 miles
    Test number
    476893934661
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail133,792 miles (+9,683)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,792 miles
    Test number
    255094393835
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass124,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,109 miles
    Test number
    554734454227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,109 miles (+8,645)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,109 miles
    Test number
    871097530097
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass115,464 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,464 miles
    Test number
    127785429694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,461 miles (+13,613)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,461 miles
    Test number
    339959799636
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working BOTH SIDES (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass101,848 miles (+12,032)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,848 miles
    Test number
    350173250589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,816 miles
    Test number
    154871284246
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Fail89,816 miles (+13,846)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,816 miles
    Test number
    102958317152
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass75,970 miles (+14,047)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    75,970 miles
    Test number
    309208569590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,923 miles (+11,400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,923 miles
    Test number
    905845825183
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass50,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    50,523 miles
    Test number
    488249015155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 VSP

Does LS12 VSP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 VSP is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 VSP?
The MOT on LS12 VSP is valid until 24 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 VSP done?
LS12 VSP was recorded at 151,165 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 8,765 miles a year.
Has LS12 VSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 VSP has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LS12 VSP 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 VSP find?
LS12 VSP passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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