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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

L27 CLGMOT history

L27 CLG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 May 2000. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 68,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

L27 CLG silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
68,100 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 CLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
23 May 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 CLG was last recorded at 68,100 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 2,610 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,490 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,610 miles
Average per year
2,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,100 miles
  • 2025 – 65,490 miles
  • 2024 – 62,017 miles
  • 2023 – 59,173 miles
  • 2022 – 55,254 miles
  • 2021 – 52,993 miles
  • 2020 – 49,750 miles
  • 2019 – 44,759 miles
  • 2018 – 41,961 miles
  • 2017 – 40,329 miles
  • 2015 – 39,007 miles
  • 2014 – 37,543 miles
  • 2013 – 36,787 miles
  • 2012 – 35,790 miles
  • 2011 – 34,751 miles
  • 2010 – 33,386 miles
  • 2009 – 28,448 miles
  • 2008 – 25,573 miles
  • 2007 – 24,478 miles
  • 2006 – 23,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,100 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,100 miles (+2,610)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    68,100 miles
    Test number
    819754079123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass65,490 miles (+3,473)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    65,490 miles
    Test number
    771522791348
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))

  3. Pass62,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    62,017 miles
    Test number
    188661579119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail62,017 miles (+2,844)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,017 miles
    Test number
    533495063358
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,173 miles (+3,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    59,173 miles
    Test number
    464316968171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass55,254 miles (+2,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    55,254 miles
    Test number
    665950508644
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner rack ends

  7. Pass52,993 miles (+3,243)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    52,993 miles
    Test number
    454485006376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,750 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    49,750 miles
    Test number
    486115538779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,749 miles (+4,990)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,749 miles
    Test number
    859397994100
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted both (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass44,759 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    44,759 miles
    Test number
    719952482737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,758 miles (+2,797)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,758 miles
    Test number
    207777928779
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed from the cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass41,961 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    41,961 miles
    Test number
    152060405546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,329 miles (+1,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    40,329 miles
    Test number
    393718447675
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing full inspection of underside components

  14. Pass39,007 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    39,007 miles
    Test number
    804492724042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,543 miles (+756)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,543 miles
    Test number
    438250144489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass36,787 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    36,787 miles
    Test number
    205555043368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail36,787 miles (+997)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,787 miles
    Test number
    225835843307
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass35,790 miles (+1,039)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,790 miles
    Test number
    186741342376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,751 miles (+1,365)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,751 miles
    Test number
    397211141317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,386 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,386 miles
    Test number
    553619720387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail33,386 miles (+4,938)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,386 miles
    Test number
    813588420388
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass28,448 miles (+2,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,448 miles
    Test number
    772722479243
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass25,573 miles (+1,095)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,573 miles
    Test number
    241826368219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,478 miles (+1,466)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,478 miles
    Test number
    384209567280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,012 miles
    Test number
    734444636320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 CLG

Does L27 CLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 CLG is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 CLG?
The MOT on L27 CLG is valid until 5 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 CLG done?
L27 CLG was recorded at 68,100 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 2,333 miles a year.
Has L27 CLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 CLG has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L27 CLG 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 CLG find?
L27 CLG passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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