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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,494 cc

S12 NLLMOT history

S12 NLL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 106,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S12 NLL 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 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
106,210 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 NLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 NLL was last recorded at 106,210 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 4,594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,616 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,594 miles
Average per year
5,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,210 miles
  • 2025 – 101,616 miles
  • 2024 – 99,373 miles
  • 2023 – 95,337 miles
  • 2022 – 92,402 miles
  • 2021 – 89,620 miles
  • 2020 – 86,020 miles
  • 2019 – 81,088 miles
  • 2018 – 75,714 miles
  • 2017 – 70,454 miles
  • 2016 – 66,089 miles
  • 2015 – 59,086 miles
  • 2014 – 52,580 miles
  • 2013 – 46,178 miles
  • 2012 – 38,200 miles
  • 2011 – 21,832 miles
  • 2010 – 13,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,210 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Under side engine cover

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front under tray fitted obscuring under side components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,210 miles (+4,594)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    106,210 miles
    Test number
    409175774668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass101,616 miles (+2,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,616 miles
    Test number
    970676650208
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,373 miles (+4,036)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    99,373 miles
    Test number
    283002877784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,337 miles (+2,935)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    95,337 miles
    Test number
    928250641856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side N/S and O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring under side components for inspections

  5. Pass92,402 miles (+2,782)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,402 miles
    Test number
    741745614784
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring underside components inspections

  6. Pass89,620 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,620 miles
    Test number
    628765883539
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring under side components inspections

  7. Fail89,618 miles (+3,598)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,618 miles
    Test number
    144112973242
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryT M P lamp on
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring under side components inspections

  8. Pass86,020 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    86,020 miles
    Test number
    454359137229
    • AdvisoryFront under tray fitted obscuring under side components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail85,986 miles (+4,898)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,986 miles
    Test number
    947466933155
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront under tray fitted obscuring under side components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass81,088 miles (+5,374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,088 miles
    Test number
    920227104276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light on
    • AdvisoryUnder side engine cover

  11. Pass75,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,714 miles
    Test number
    788742031914
    • AdvisoryUnder side engine cover

  12. Fail75,714 miles (+5,260)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,714 miles
    Test number
    968191583071
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder side engine cover

  13. Pass70,454 miles (+4,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,454 miles
    Test number
    255389613725
    • AdvisoryUnder side engine cover

  14. Pass66,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    66,089 miles
    Test number
    479317340653
    • AdvisoryUnder side engine cover

  15. Fail66,089 miles (+7,003)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,089 miles
    Test number
    285089943684
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder side engine cover

  16. Pass59,086 miles (+6,506)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    59,086 miles
    Test number
    869144685146
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass52,580 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,580 miles
    Test number
    678515174145
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail52,580 miles (+6,402)4 dangerous1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,580 miles
    Test number
    809414674191
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVarious cuts to n/s/f tyre

  19. Pass46,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,178 miles
    Test number
    546394983157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,178 miles (+7,978)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,178 miles
    Test number
    698484883187
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass38,200 miles (+16,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,200 miles
    Test number
    158309392152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass21,832 miles (+8,754)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,832 miles
    Test number
    259951181067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,078 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    13,078 miles
    Test number
    834505940114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S12 NLL

Does S12 NLL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 NLL is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 NLL?
The MOT on S12 NLL is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 NLL done?
S12 NLL was recorded at 106,210 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 5,695 miles a year.
Has S12 NLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 NLL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on S12 NLL 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 S12 NLL find?
S12 NLL passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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