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BMW 6 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

K27 DMLMOT history

K27 DML is a black petrol BMW 6 Series first used on 3 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 169,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

K27 DML black BMW 6 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
169,208 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K27 DML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
6 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K27 DML was last recorded at 169,208 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 5,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,595 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,613 miles
Average per year
9,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,208 miles
  • 2025 – 163,595 miles
  • 2024 – 159,810 miles
  • 2023 – 156,047 miles
  • 2022 – 151,031 miles
  • 2021 – 143,827 miles
  • 2020 – 136,660 miles
  • 2019 – 122,491 miles
  • 2018 – 110,920 miles
  • 2017 – 98,945 miles
  • 2016 – 84,587 miles
  • 2015 – 70,082 miles
  • 2014 – 59,400 miles
  • 2013 – 45,169 miles
  • 2012 – 30,474 miles
  • 2011 – 20,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,208 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside rear arm (front) ball joint facing up (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Both rear lower arm inner front bushes perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,208 miles (+5,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    169,208 miles
    Test number
    941368439168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside rear arm (front) ball joint facing up (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,595 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,595 miles
    Test number
    970616090776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass159,810 miles (+3,763)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    159,810 miles
    Test number
    111841324733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass156,047 miles (+5,016)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,047 miles
    Test number
    661435493380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass151,031 miles (+7,204)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    151,031 miles
    Test number
    377830936815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass143,827 miles (+7,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    143,827 miles
    Test number
    913943891607
    • 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))

  7. Pass136,660 miles (+14,169)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,660 miles
    Test number
    451182222537
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted

  8. Pass122,491 miles (+171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,491 miles
    Test number
    362040340275
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower arm inner front bushes perished

  9. Fail122,320 miles (+11,400)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,320 miles
    Test number
    769008400161
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower arm inner front bushes perished

  10. Pass110,920 miles (+11,975)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    110,920 miles
    Test number
    439824151915
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under-trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn close to legal limit (2mm) and badly worn on edges.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass98,945 miles (+14,358)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,945 miles
    Test number
    392649271427
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

  12. Pass84,587 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,587 miles
    Test number
    296876060675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail84,587 miles (+14,505)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,587 miles
    Test number
    356354311962
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass70,082 miles (+10,682)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,082 miles
    Test number
    889693335161
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass59,400 miles (+14,231)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,400 miles
    Test number
    139783144127
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass45,169 miles (+14,695)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,169 miles
    Test number
    888724253122
    • NoteNsf tyre starting to wear on inner edge
    • NoteOsf tyre starting to wear on both edges

  17. Pass30,474 miles (+9,863)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,474 miles
    Test number
    589349332170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,611 miles
    Test number
    468171651195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K27 DML

Does K27 DML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K27 DML is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K27 DML?
The MOT on K27 DML is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K27 DML done?
K27 DML was recorded at 169,208 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 9,666 miles a year.
Has K27 DML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K27 DML has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2019.
Has the mileage on K27 DML 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 K27 DML find?
K27 DML passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside rear arm (front) ball joint facing up; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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