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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LT12 VVWMOT history

LT12 VVW is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2024 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 150,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2023.

LT12 VVW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2024
Mileage
150,134 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2023
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 VVW
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
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 VVW was last recorded at 150,134 miles on 9 Sept 2023, 7,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,121 miles · 16 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
7,013 miles
Average per year
11,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 150,134 miles
  • 2022 – 143,121 miles
  • 2021 – 132,726 miles
  • 2020 – 119,626 miles
  • 2019 – 106,319 miles
  • 2018 – 92,712 miles
  • 2017 – 84,275 miles
  • 2016 – 73,798 miles
  • 2015 – 50,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,134 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    150,134 miles
    Test number
    993320279891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  2. Fail150,124 miles (+7,003)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,124 miles
    Test number
    372615451840
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  3. Pass143,121 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    143,121 miles
    Test number
    331543683619
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail143,121 miles (+10,395)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,121 miles
    Test number
    235198342892
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass132,726 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    132,726 miles
    Test number
    129984945382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail132,641 miles (+13,015)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,641 miles
    Test number
    773044326695
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/19 RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/19 RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass119,626 miles (+13,307)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,626 miles
    Test number
    988047342511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,319 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,319 miles
    Test number
    924061240484
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and Under trays fitted obscuring some parts of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Fail106,319 miles (+13,607)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,319 miles
    Test number
    582494141538
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly ? (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and Under trays fitted obscuring some parts of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass92,712 miles (+8,437)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,712 miles
    Test number
    519414143215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,275 miles (+10,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,275 miles
    Test number
    573430092601
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test dangly heart
  12. Pass73,798 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,798 miles
    Test number
    112200533049
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  13. Fail73,797 miles (+6,145)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,797 miles
    Test number
    339573850689
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  14. Pass67,652 miles (+16,993)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,652 miles
    Test number
    889514351578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,659 miles
    Test number
    295498475058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT12 VVW

Does LT12 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT12 VVW expired on 16 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT12 VVW?
The MOT on LT12 VVW expired on 16 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT12 VVW done?
LT12 VVW was recorded at 150,134 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2023, an average of 11,736 miles a year.
Has LT12 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 VVW has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LT12 VVW 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 LT12 VVW find?
LT12 VVW passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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