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BMW 1 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

L27 BSWMOT history

L27 BSW is a silver diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 29 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 118,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2024.

L27 BSW silver BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2025
Mileage
118,081 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 BSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 BSW was last recorded at 118,081 miles on 19 Mar 2024, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,030 miles · 22 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
8,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,081 miles
  • 2022 – 118,030 miles
  • 2021 – 106,664 miles
  • 2020 – 95,308 miles
  • 2019 – 90,594 miles
  • 2018 – 69,821 miles
  • 2017 – 65,628 miles
  • 2016 – 55,151 miles
  • 2015 – 46,148 miles
  • 2014 – 32,358 miles
  • 2013 – 27,174 miles
  • 2011 – 15,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,081 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on rear subframe/suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,081 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,081 miles
    Test number
    564411082423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on rear subframe/suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail118,081 miles (+51)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,081 miles
    Test number
    948635405462
    • Repaired at testAccess panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on rear subframe/suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,030 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    118,030 miles
    Test number
    542984058447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on rear subframe/suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on rear subframe/suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail118,025 miles (+11,361)1 dangerous3 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,025 miles
    Test number
    640349872067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached top mounting adrift (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear indicators flashing white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wear in both rear lower suspension arm to hub assembly bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on rear subframe/suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on rear subframe/suspension assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass106,664 miles (+6,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    106,664 miles
    Test number
    489927063675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,326 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,326 miles
    Test number
    919093186860
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Fail100,326 miles (+5,018)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,326 miles
    Test number
    295788225624
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  8. Pass95,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,308 miles
    Test number
    747035700678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,302 miles (+4,708)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,302 miles
    Test number
    526568559991
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass90,594 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,594 miles
    Test number
    408407896855
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail90,594 miles (+20,773)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,594 miles
    Test number
    303705244387
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass69,821 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    69,821 miles
    Test number
    298578025040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,819 miles (+4,191)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,819 miles
    Test number
    553161261967
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.2.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end loose bolt sheared off (2.2.B.1d)

  14. Pass65,628 miles (+10,477)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,628 miles
    Test number
    725520005246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,151 miles (+9,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,151 miles
    Test number
    451899373131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass46,148 miles (+13,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,148 miles
    Test number
    527327995065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass32,358 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    32,358 miles
    Test number
    559767784071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,174 miles (+11,538)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,174 miles
    Test number
    908865493053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,636 miles
    Test number
    989571671133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 BSW

Does L27 BSW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L27 BSW expired on 18 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L27 BSW?
The MOT on L27 BSW expired on 18 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L27 BSW done?
L27 BSW was recorded at 118,081 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2024, an average of 8,037 miles a year.
Has L27 BSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 BSW has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L27 BSW 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 L27 BSW find?
L27 BSW passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre damaged on outer wall; oil leak, but not excessive; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on rear subframe/suspension assemblies etc.

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