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BMW 316

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 XXPMOT history

LS12 XXP is a silver diesel BMW 316 first used on 18 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 206,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

LS12 XXP silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
206,218 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XXP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XXP was last recorded at 206,218 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 9,025 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,193 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,025 miles
Average per year
9,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 206,218 miles
  • 2025 – 197,193 miles
  • 2024 – 188,655 miles
  • 2023 – 180,081 miles
  • 2022 – 171,276 miles
  • 2021 – 160,896 miles
  • 2020 – 152,815 miles
  • 2018 – 138,272 miles
  • 2017 – 127,888 miles
  • 2016 – 109,062 miles
  • 2015 – 97,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,218 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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x axis arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 30 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,218 miles (+9,025)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    206,218 miles
    Test number
    238044210778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass197,193 miles (+8,538)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    197,193 miles
    Test number
    250158588291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass188,655 miles (+8,574)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    188,655 miles
    Test number
    117729605617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass180,081 miles (+8,805)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    180,081 miles
    Test number
    150745558000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass171,276 miles (+10,380)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    171,276 miles
    Test number
    459333833175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,896 miles (+8,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    160,896 miles
    Test number
    340995283456
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass152,815 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    152,815 miles
    Test number
    594411342447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail152,767 miles (+14,495)4 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,767 miles
    Test number
    481824766268
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
  9. Pass138,272 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    138,272 miles
    Test number
    987545145253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x axis arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail138,272 miles (+10,384)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,272 miles
    Test number
    468980370272
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x axis arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass127,888 miles (+18,826)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    127,888 miles
    Test number
    541054187504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,062 miles (+11,852)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    109,062 miles
    Test number
    873197228838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,210 miles
    Test number
    725799185001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,210 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,210 miles
    Test number
    658489285054
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LS12 XXP

Does LS12 XXP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XXP is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XXP?
The MOT on LS12 XXP is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XXP done?
LS12 XXP was recorded at 206,218 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 9,838 miles a year.
Has LS12 XXP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XXP has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2020.
Has the mileage on LS12 XXP 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 XXP find?
LS12 XXP passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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