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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

K27 LEWMOT history

K27 LEW is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 180,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

K27 LEW grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
180,620 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K27 LEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K27 LEW was last recorded at 180,620 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 3,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,720 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,900 miles
Average per year
8,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,620 miles
  • 2025 – 176,720 miles
  • 2024 – 166,933 miles
  • 2023 – 156,002 miles
  • 2022 – 151,104 miles
  • 2021 – 141,239 miles
  • 2020 – 132,435 miles
  • 2019 – 120,630 miles
  • 2018 – 112,252 miles
  • 2017 – 105,945 miles
  • 2016 – 98,756 miles
  • 2015 – 89,320 miles
  • 2014 – 81,238 miles
  • 2013 – 71,035 miles
  • 2012 – 55,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,620 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,620 miles (+3,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    180,620 miles
    Test number
    778321060781
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass176,720 miles (+9,787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    176,720 miles
    Test number
    986675125184
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass166,933 miles (+10,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    166,933 miles
    Test number
    539168310693
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass156,002 miles (+4,898)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    156,002 miles
    Test number
    254409706889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass151,104 miles (+9,865)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    151,104 miles
    Test number
    286168719170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  6. Pass141,239 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    141,239 miles
    Test number
    607377368973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail141,232 miles (+8,797)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,232 miles
    Test number
    906890652364
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  8. Pass132,435 miles (+11,805)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    132,435 miles
    Test number
    572743570633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,630 miles (+8,378)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,630 miles
    Test number
    254344209447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,252 miles (+6,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,252 miles
    Test number
    417300818505
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Pass105,945 miles (+7,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    105,945 miles
    Test number
    723949844833
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass98,756 miles (+9,436)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,756 miles
    Test number
    991941197439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,320 miles (+8,082)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    89,320 miles
    Test number
    437848745129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,238 miles (+10,203)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,238 miles
    Test number
    537729024102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,035 miles (+15,295)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    71,035 miles
    Test number
    346653023121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,740 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,740 miles
    Test number
    259986122116
    • NoteFront and rear inner brake disc surfaces rusted
    • NoteN/s o/s front tyres worn outer tread areas step tread system still over 1.6 mm

Questions about K27 LEW

Does K27 LEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K27 LEW is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K27 LEW?
The MOT on K27 LEW is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K27 LEW done?
K27 LEW was recorded at 180,620 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 8,874 miles a year.
Has K27 LEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K27 LEW has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on K27 LEW 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 LEW find?
K27 LEW passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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