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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

K27 HOWMOT history

K27 HOW is a blue diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 18 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 126,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

K27 HOW blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,772 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K27 HOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K27 HOW was last recorded at 126,772 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 5,433 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,339 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,433 miles
Average per year
6,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,772 miles
  • 2025 – 121,339 miles
  • 2024 – 116,735 miles
  • 2023 – 115,711 miles
  • 2022 – 112,365 miles
  • 2021 – 108,797 miles
  • 2020 – 106,873 miles
  • 2019 – 100,053 miles
  • 2018 – 93,299 miles
  • 2017 – 85,144 miles
  • 2015 – 68,262 miles
  • 2014 – 62,234 miles
  • 2013 – 53,594 miles
  • 2012 – 45,454 miles
  • 2011 – 35,786 miles
  • 2010 – 23,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,772 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside headlight damaged

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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,772 miles (+5,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,772 miles
    Test number
    135899189780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight damaged

  2. Pass121,339 miles (+4,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    121,339 miles
    Test number
    543789359506
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,735 miles (+1,024)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,735 miles
    Test number
    719493317350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,711 miles (+3,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    115,711 miles
    Test number
    421295807396
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,365 miles (+3,568)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    112,365 miles
    Test number
    979621139920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,797 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    108,797 miles
    Test number
    369935314971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,873 miles (+6,820)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    106,873 miles
    Test number
    228514231736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass100,053 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,053 miles
    Test number
    667428339280
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Fail100,053 miles (+6,754)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,053 miles
    Test number
    285905585517
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass93,299 miles (+8,155)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    93,299 miles
    Test number
    932022596415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,144 miles
    Test number
    990217971773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,135 km
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    126,135 km
    Test number
    753546130178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,262 miles (+6,028)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,262 miles
    Test number
    305480825160
    • NoteCut evident osr tyre

  14. Pass62,234 miles (+8,640)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,234 miles
    Test number
    816046124110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,594 miles (+8,140)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,594 miles
    Test number
    695142813175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,454 miles (+9,668)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,454 miles
    Test number
    206928112449
    • NoteFront tyres low and cuts evident

  17. Fail35,786 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,786 miles
    Test number
    127053621188
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass35,786 miles (+11,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,786 miles
    Test number
    638053521122
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass23,949 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    23,949 miles
    Test number
    460534420118
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear number deteriorated

Questions about K27 HOW

Does K27 HOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K27 HOW is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K27 HOW?
The MOT on K27 HOW is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K27 HOW done?
K27 HOW was recorded at 126,772 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 6,468 miles a year.
Has K27 HOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K27 HOW has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on K27 HOW 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 HOW find?
K27 HOW passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bushes; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bushes; offside headlight damaged.

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