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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass169,229 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,229 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    169,229 miles
    Test number
    159456660240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass169,196 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    169,196 miles
    Test number
    301665784147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. 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
  4. 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 .
  5. 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))
  6. 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))
  7. Pass166,668 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    166,668 miles
    Test number
    142623353827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass165,673 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    165,673 miles
    Test number
    230365591062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. 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))
  10. 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)
  11. 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)
  12. 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
  13. Pass157,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    157,895 miles
    Test number
    949281544282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. 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)
  15. Pass156,628 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    156,628 miles
    Test number
    745098943245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass156,529 miles (+1,714)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    156,529 miles
    Test number
    218100381053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass154,815 miles (+1,974)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    154,815 miles
    Test number
    744800400122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass152,841 miles (+844)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    152,841 miles
    Test number
    901463449057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. 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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