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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 ZYDMOT history

LS12 ZYD is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 120,355 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LS12 ZYD 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 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
120,355 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 ZYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 ZYD was last recorded at 120,355 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,355 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,355 miles
  • 2025 – 112,945 miles
  • 2024 – 106,275 miles
  • 2023 – 97,853 miles
  • 2022 – 88,706 miles
  • 2021 – 80,108 miles
  • 2020 – 72,888 miles
  • 2019 – 57,070 miles
  • 2018 – 36,798 miles
  • 2017 – 35,441 miles
  • 2016 – 32,174 miles
  • 2015 – 24,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,355 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,355 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    120,355 miles
    Test number
    281072348382
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail120,355 miles (+7,410)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,355 miles
    Test number
    444717652459
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass112,945 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    112,945 miles
    Test number
    587572208152
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Fail112,945 miles (+6,670)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,945 miles
    Test number
    919605101198
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass106,275 miles (+8,422)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    106,275 miles
    Test number
    431863547854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  6. Pass97,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    97,853 miles
    Test number
    332295013749
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail97,853 miles (+9,147)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,853 miles
    Test number
    214155243137
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Brake Reaction Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Brake Reaction Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass88,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,706 miles
    Test number
    411422734952
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very Slight
  9. Fail88,706 miles (+8,598)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,706 miles
    Test number
    335519718420
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working Repeater lamp not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wipers worn out (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Daytime running lamp flickering/faulty
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very Slight
  10. Pass80,108 miles (+7,220)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    80,108 miles
    Test number
    107383829829
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r fog light lens lose.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs heavily worn recommend replacement soon.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering o/s.
  11. Pass72,888 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,888 miles
    Test number
    261866073881
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail72,888 miles (+15,818)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,888 miles
    Test number
    212599486125
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass57,070 miles (+20,272)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    57,070 miles
    Test number
    528236503026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,798 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    36,798 miles
    Test number
    193094596880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,441 miles (+3,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    35,441 miles
    Test number
    156668390600
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass32,174 miles (+7,463)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,174 miles
    Test number
    309979765151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    24,711 miles
    Test number
    648413755144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 ZYD

Does LS12 ZYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 ZYD is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 ZYD?
The MOT on LS12 ZYD 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 ZYD done?
LS12 ZYD was recorded at 120,355 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 8,442 miles a year.
Has LS12 ZYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 ZYD has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 ZYD 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 ZYD find?
LS12 ZYD passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear inner position lamp insecure; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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