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BMW 730

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 2,993 cc

M12 BSMMOT history

M12 BSM is a black diesel BMW 730 first used on 23 Oct 2014. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 160,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

M12 BSM black BMW 7 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
160,104 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
13,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M12 BSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
23 Oct 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M12 BSM was last recorded at 160,104 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 6,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,308 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,796 miles
Average per year
13,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,104 miles
  • 2025 – 153,308 miles
  • 2024 – 146,428 miles
  • 2023 – 139,891 miles
  • 2021 – 135,039 miles
  • 2020 – 125,337 miles
  • 2019 – 107,314 miles
  • 2018 – 76,603 miles
  • 2017 – 47,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,104 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 and under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,104 miles (+6,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    160,104 miles
    Test number
    588136179149
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  2. Pass153,308 miles (+6,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    153,308 miles
    Test number
    696319439972
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  3. Pass146,428 miles (+6,537)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    146,428 miles
    Test number
    456283741750
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  4. Pass139,891 miles (+4,852)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    139,891 miles
    Test number
    208699345578
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  5. Pass135,039 miles (+9,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,039 miles
    Test number
    403801359696
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  6. Pass125,337 miles (+18,023)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    125,337 miles
    Test number
    392937039153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,314 miles (+30,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,314 miles
    Test number
    673930460082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  8. Pass76,603 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,603 miles
    Test number
    966607493590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  9. Fail76,603 miles (+29,228)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,603 miles
    Test number
    689668396577
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  10. Pass47,375 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    47,375 miles
    Test number
    383448760942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    47,324 miles
    Test number
    800643052431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M12 BSM

Does M12 BSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M12 BSM is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M12 BSM?
The MOT on M12 BSM is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M12 BSM done?
M12 BSM was recorded at 160,104 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 13,194 miles a year.
Has M12 BSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M12 BSM has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on M12 BSM 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 M12 BSM find?
M12 BSM passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s front arms; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s n/s; engine covers and under trays fitted.

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