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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,997 cc

X12 DLMMOT history

X12 DLM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 39,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

X12 DLM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
39,190 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X12 DLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X12 DLM was last recorded at 39,190 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 2,934 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,256 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,934 miles
Average per year
2,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,190 miles
  • 2025 – 36,256 miles
  • 2024 – 32,643 miles
  • 2023 – 29,146 miles
  • 2022 – 25,177 miles
  • 2021 – 21,715 miles
  • 2020 – 20,011 miles
  • 2019 – 18,613 miles
  • 2018 – 17,880 miles
  • 2016 – 15,805 miles
  • 2015 – 11,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,190 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant low
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front, inner faces

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

12 tests since 1 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,190 miles (+2,934)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    39,190 miles
    Test number
    179397977007
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Pass36,256 miles (+3,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    36,256 miles
    Test number
    869873685066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass32,643 miles (+3,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    32,643 miles
    Test number
    750542078132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass29,146 miles (+3,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    29,146 miles
    Test number
    514347002066
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear, inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass25,177 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    25,177 miles
    Test number
    905101735977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail25,165 miles (+3,450)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,165 miles
    Test number
    764867208286
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass21,715 miles (+1,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    21,715 miles
    Test number
    245986683447
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front, inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass20,011 miles (+1,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    20,011 miles
    Test number
    147019866989
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front, inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass18,613 miles (+733)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    18,613 miles
    Test number
    401323098134
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  10. Pass17,880 miles (+2,075)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    17,880 miles
    Test number
    533711591939
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt OSR and NSR
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner surfaces pitted slightly (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  11. Pass15,805 miles (+3,846)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    15,805 miles
    Test number
    693047077197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass11,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    11,959 miles
    Test number
    503172846925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X12 DLM

Does X12 DLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X12 DLM is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X12 DLM?
The MOT on X12 DLM is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X12 DLM done?
X12 DLM was recorded at 39,190 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 2,675 miles a year.
Has X12 DLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X12 DLM has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on X12 DLM 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 X12 DLM find?
X12 DLM passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: coolant low; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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