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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 XWTMOT history

LS12 XWT is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 101,754 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LS12 XWT 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 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,754 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XWT
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
3 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XWT was last recorded at 101,754 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 5,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,704 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,050 miles
Average per year
7,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,754 miles
  • 2024 – 96,704 miles
  • 2023 – 89,973 miles
  • 2022 – 82,976 miles
  • 2021 – 74,453 miles
  • 2020 – 69,896 miles
  • 2019 – 59,086 miles
  • 2018 – 51,495 miles
  • 2017 – 44,633 miles
  • 2016 – 35,640 miles
  • 2015 – 26,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,754 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower front arm, inner bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,754 miles (+5,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,754 miles
    Test number
    842005984136
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass96,704 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    96,704 miles
    Test number
    109692514223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail96,696 miles (+6,723)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,696 miles
    Test number
    535496089816
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255 35 18 run flat tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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 light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass89,973 miles (+6,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    89,973 miles
    Test number
    132311804997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass82,976 miles (+8,523)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    82,976 miles
    Test number
    595792171422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,453 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,453 miles
    Test number
    146081371227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower front arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail74,390 miles (+4,494)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,390 miles
    Test number
    528080971633
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower front arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  8. Pass69,896 miles (+10,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,896 miles
    Test number
    844509105196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass59,086 miles (+7,591)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,086 miles
    Test number
    596845933987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,495 miles (+6,862)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    51,495 miles
    Test number
    346152636033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,633 miles (+8,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,633 miles
    Test number
    816765319965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
  12. Pass35,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,640 miles
    Test number
    426453488987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,640 miles (+8,904)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,640 miles
    Test number
    427740612854
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  14. Pass26,736 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    26,736 miles
    Test number
    355863015174
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail26,736 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,736 miles
    Test number
    299393315411
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LS12 XWT

Does LS12 XWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XWT is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XWT?
The MOT on LS12 XWT is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XWT done?
LS12 XWT was recorded at 101,754 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 7,040 miles a year.
Has LS12 XWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XWT has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LS12 XWT 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 XWT find?
LS12 XWT passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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