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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LT12 YUVMOT history

LT12 YUV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 122,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

LT12 YUV 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 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
122,628 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 YUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 YUV was last recorded at 122,628 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 69 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,559 miles · 15 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
69 miles
Average per year
8,822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,628 miles
  • 2025 – 118,082 miles
  • 2024 – 110,197 miles
  • 2023 – 101,926 miles
  • 2022 – 93,492 miles
  • 2021 – 79,405 miles
  • 2020 – 70,295 miles
  • 2019 – 60,331 miles
  • 2018 – 50,797 miles
  • 2017 – 39,861 miles
  • 2016 – 31,025 miles
  • 2015 – 23,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,628 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,628 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    122,628 miles
    Test number
    894157611873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail122,559 miles (+4,477)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,559 miles
    Test number
    461055908581
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass118,082 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    118,082 miles
    Test number
    273902407484
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  4. Fail118,074 miles (+7,877)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,074 miles
    Test number
    228061174605
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  5. Pass110,197 miles (+8,271)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    110,197 miles
    Test number
    863856283229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside I of 2 reversing light not working at the time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Residue on underside of engine and on undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil weeping from output shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,926 miles (+8,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,926 miles
    Test number
    574863484764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass93,492 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    93,492 miles
    Test number
    776743458144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  8. Fail93,492 miles (+14,087)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,492 miles
    Test number
    928937222028
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  9. Pass79,405 miles (+9,110)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    79,405 miles
    Test number
    456272405605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,295 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,295 miles
    Test number
    286782996672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,284 miles (+9,953)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,284 miles
    Test number
    444503500962
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass60,331 miles (+9,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    60,331 miles
    Test number
    616576380617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays Fitted Engine Cover Fitted

  13. Pass50,797 miles (+10,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    50,797 miles
    Test number
    832373876122
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass39,861 miles (+8,836)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    39,861 miles
    Test number
    763014326321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    31,025 miles
    Test number
    364612361554
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  16. Fail31,017 miles (+7,785)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,017 miles
    Test number
    908218685331
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  17. Pass23,232 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    23,232 miles
    Test number
    668584725221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,224 miles (+2,017)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,224 miles
    Test number
    397177785176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,207 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,207 miles
    Test number
    586019745016
    • NoteScrew in o/s/rear tyre

Questions about LT12 YUV

Does LT12 YUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 YUV is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 YUV?
The MOT on LT12 YUV is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 YUV done?
LT12 YUV was recorded at 122,628 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 8,822 miles a year.
Has LT12 YUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 YUV has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LT12 YUV 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 YUV find?
LT12 YUV passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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