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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 WUEMOT history

LS12 WUE is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 187,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

LS12 WUE 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 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
187,170 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 WUE
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
12 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 WUE was last recorded at 187,170 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 3,175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,995 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,175 miles
Average per year
6,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,170 miles
  • 2025 – 183,995 miles
  • 2024 – 180,892 miles
  • 2023 – 178,817 miles
  • 2022 – 175,367 miles
  • 2021 – 168,272 miles
  • 2020 – 164,434 miles
  • 2019 – 161,020 miles
  • 2018 – 153,632 miles
  • 2017 – 145,287 miles
  • 2016 – 131,453 miles
  • 2015 – 116,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,170 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass187,170 miles (+3,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    187,170 miles
    Test number
    508645621157
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass183,995 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    183,995 miles
    Test number
    662888828790
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  3. Fail183,960 miles (+3,068)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,960 miles
    Test number
    433299871167
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  4. Pass180,892 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    180,892 miles
    Test number
    835074283521
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers under trays fitted preventing inspection of components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail180,885 miles (+2,068)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,885 miles
    Test number
    725944937387
    • MajorRear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers under trays fitted preventing inspection of components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass178,817 miles (+3,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    178,817 miles
    Test number
    695918786852
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  7. Pass175,367 miles (+7,095)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    175,367 miles
    Test number
    851432190779
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  8. Pass168,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    168,272 miles
    Test number
    698252603793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail168,267 miles (+3,833)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,267 miles
    Test number
    665513630629
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass164,434 miles (+3,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    164,434 miles
    Test number
    644534910792
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass161,020 miles (+7,388)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    161,020 miles
    Test number
    417536369592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass153,632 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    153,632 miles
    Test number
    281886914067
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  13. Fail153,632 miles (+8,345)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,632 miles
    Test number
    913570358854
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  14. Pass145,287 miles (+13,834)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    145,287 miles
    Test number
    737088842771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass131,453 miles (+15,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    131,453 miles
    Test number
    190451915566
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass116,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    116,191 miles
    Test number
    726605865036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 WUE

Does LS12 WUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 WUE is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 WUE?
The MOT on LS12 WUE is valid until 7 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 WUE done?
LS12 WUE was recorded at 187,170 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 6,430 miles a year.
Has LS12 WUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 WUE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 WUE 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 WUE find?
LS12 WUE passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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