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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS62 OSUMOT history

LS62 OSU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 202,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LS62 OSU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
202,698 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
16,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS62 OSU
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
31 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS62 OSU was last recorded at 202,698 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 5,555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,143 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,555 miles
Average per year
16,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,698 miles
  • 2025 – 197,143 miles
  • 2024 – 181,622 miles
  • 2023 – 154,436 miles
  • 2022 – 133,394 miles
  • 2021 – 111,750 miles
  • 2019 – 80,821 miles
  • 2018 – 61,761 miles
  • 2017 – 45,744 miles
  • 2016 – 33,845 miles
  • 2015 – 27,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,698 miles
  • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass202,698 miles (+5,555)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    202,698 miles
    Test number
    106480255142
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass197,143 miles (+15,521)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    197,143 miles
    Test number
    629714032752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass181,622 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    181,622 miles
    Test number
    249610644510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail181,608 miles (+27,172)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,608 miles
    Test number
    909389892555
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,436 miles (+21,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    154,436 miles
    Test number
    218725419805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass133,394 miles (+21,644)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    133,394 miles
    Test number
    535715196660
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass111,750 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    111,750 miles
    Test number
    928883533218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,735 miles (+30,914)1 dangerous3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,735 miles
    Test number
    296122942304
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass80,821 miles (+19,060)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,821 miles
    Test number
    978024108768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,761 miles (+16,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    61,761 miles
    Test number
    495394627302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass45,744 miles (+11,899)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,744 miles
    Test number
    921833996901
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers dust covers split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass33,845 miles (+5,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,845 miles
    Test number
    323061677427
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking on tread

  13. Pass27,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    27,990 miles
    Test number
    256438619037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS62 OSU

Does LS62 OSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS62 OSU is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS62 OSU?
The MOT on LS62 OSU is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS62 OSU done?
LS62 OSU was recorded at 202,698 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 16,788 miles a year.
Has LS62 OSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS62 OSU has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS62 OSU 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 LS62 OSU find?
LS62 OSU passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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