
BMW 3 Series
Red · Petrol · 1988 · 1,990 cc
27 AYMOT history
27 AY is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Apr 1988. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 169,229 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 9 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 169,229 mi
- At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 19
- 15 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 933 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- 27 AY
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,990 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1988
- First used
- 6 Apr 1988
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 10 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
27 AY was last recorded at 169,229 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 169,196 miles · 4 Aug 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 33 miles
- Average per year
- 933 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 169,229 miles
- 2025 – 169,196 miles
- 2024 – 168,670 miles
- 2023 – 168,656 miles
- 2021 – 167,777 miles
- 2020 – 166,668 miles
- 2019 – 165,673 miles
- 2018 – 165,659 miles
- 2017 – 164,700 miles
- 2016 – 163,495 miles
- 2015 – 161,974 miles
- 2014 – 157,895 miles
- 2013 – 156,628 miles
- 2011 – 156,529 miles
- 2010 – 154,815 miles
- 2009 – 152,841 miles
- 2008 – 151,997 miles
What the latest MOT found
No defects or advisories were recorded.
Full MOT history
19 tests since 19 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass169,229 miles (+33)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 169,229 miles
- Test number
- 159456660240
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass169,196 miles (+526)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 169,196 miles
- Test number
- 301665784147
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass168,670 miles (+14)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 168,670 miles
- Test number
- 825246865675
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
- AdvisorySign of repair covered in thick black substance both sills and rear bumper inner
- AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components has surface rust both sides
Fail168,656 miles (+879)3 dangerous21 major4 minor25 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,656 miles
- Test number
- 956548053250
- DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking End of casting is leaking . (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Brake fluid leaks . (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Perished and split to cords . (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake valve leaking On inner chassis leg . (1.1.7 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Holed . (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Repair around suspension arm mounting and into floor pan and inner sill is not seam welded . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Excessive play when in running position . (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed . (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill corroded and holed . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Mirror missing .
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged . (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen securing trim is missing !
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded . (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing corroded and holed . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat back has movement which should not be there within frame but unable to fully assess due to seat covering .
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg by bottom arm mounting is corroded . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Cable outer broken . (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Above fuel tank . (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported On trailing arm . (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill corroded heavily . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished on inner sidewall . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Bonnet stay broken .
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Heavily perished . (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded . (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch at front corroded and holed . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Rear of inner arch and chassis leg behind bottom arm has filler covering repairs . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Cable outer broken . (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted both sides and unable to inspect sills fully for corrosion .
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides .
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake cables are secured to anti roll bar linkages .
Pass167,777 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 167,777 miles
- Test number
- 186372158555
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail167,777 miles (+1,109)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 167,777 miles
- Test number
- 430759821188
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass166,668 miles (+995)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 166,668 miles
- Test number
- 142623353827
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass165,673 miles (+14)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 165,673 miles
- Test number
- 230365591062
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail165,659 miles (+959)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,659 miles
- Test number
- 455180904136
- DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated by main chassis (6.2.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass164,700 miles (+1,205)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 164,700 miles
- Test number
- 986518268838
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass163,495 miles (+1,521)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 163,495 miles
- Test number
- 247595345646
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass161,974 miles (+4,079)5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 161,974 miles
- Test number
- 635314545255
- NoteCorrosion begining to show on chassis to front of vehicle
- NoteCorrosion under nearside front wheel-arch
- NoteCorrosion under offside rear wheel-arch
- NoteFront & rear metal brake pipes corroded but not likely to fail
- NoteHandbrake lever slightly high
Pass157,895 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 157,895 miles
- Test number
- 949281544282
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail157,895 miles (+1,267)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,895 miles
- Test number
- 318431544263
- FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass156,628 miles (+99)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 156,628 miles
- Test number
- 745098943245
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass156,529 miles (+1,714)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 156,529 miles
- Test number
- 218100381053
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass154,815 miles (+1,974)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 154,815 miles
- Test number
- 744800400122
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass152,841 miles (+844)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 152,841 miles
- Test number
- 901463449057
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass151,997 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 151,997 miles
- Test number
- 501990458010
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about 27 AY
- What vehicle is registration 27 AY currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show 27 AY on a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Apr 1988. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
- Does 27 AY currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 27 AY is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on 27 AY?
- The MOT on 27 AY is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has 27 AY done?
- 27 AY was recorded at 169,229 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 933 miles a year.
- Has 27 AY ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. 27 AY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
- Has the mileage on 27 AY 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 27 AY find?
- 27 AY passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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