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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

L27 DLEMOT history

L27 DLE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 138,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

L27 DLE blue 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 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
138,623 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 DLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 DLE was last recorded at 138,623 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 5,208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,415 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
5,208 miles
Average per year
5,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,623 miles
  • 2023 – 133,415 miles
  • 2022 – 126,507 miles
  • 2021 – 124,694 miles
  • 2020 – 121,879 miles
  • 2019 – 120,143 miles
  • 2018 – 118,679 miles
  • 2017 – 114,707 miles
  • 2016 – 112,095 miles
  • 2015 – 103,431 miles
  • 2014 – 98,697 miles
  • 2013 – 96,350 miles
  • 2012 – 76,048 miles
  • 2011 – 67,185 miles
  • 2009 – 56,462 miles
  • 2008 – 48,191 miles
  • 2007 – 37,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,623 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,623 miles (+5,208)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    138,623 miles
    Test number
    885598706664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass133,415 miles (+6,908)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,415 miles
    Test number
    127236243484
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass126,507 miles (+1,813)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    126,507 miles
    Test number
    205498794271
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass124,694 miles (+2,815)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    124,694 miles
    Test number
    139329498312
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass121,879 miles (+1,736)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    121,879 miles
    Test number
    963090294314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion in engine bay and inner wheelarch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass120,143 miles (+1,464)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,143 miles
    Test number
    222172555577
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  7. Pass118,679 miles (+3,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    118,679 miles
    Test number
    857424946496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass114,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    114,707 miles
    Test number
    266916316716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail114,707 miles (+2,612)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,707 miles
    Test number
    311191655598
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass112,095 miles (+8,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,095 miles
    Test number
    964180178679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass103,431 miles (+4,734)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    103,431 miles
    Test number
    827034342580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,697 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    98,697 miles
    Test number
    887478714356
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail98,697 miles (+2,347)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,697 miles
    Test number
    385378514390
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass96,350 miles (+20,302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,350 miles
    Test number
    479872013320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass76,048 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,048 miles
    Test number
    577793812320
    • NoteLight damage to o/s front tyre outer sidewall.

  16. Fail76,048 miles (+2,866)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,048 miles
    Test number
    586371212311
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDamage to brake pad wear sensor cable n/s front.
    • NoteLight damage to o/s front tyre outer sidewall.

  17. Pass73,182 miles (+5,997)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    73,182 miles
    Test number
    117131232407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,185 miles (+10,723)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,185 miles
    Test number
    445712631098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,462 miles (+8,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,462 miles
    Test number
    142075729205
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass48,191 miles (+10,391)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,191 miles
    Test number
    892261738282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,800 miles
    Test number
    310546277148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 DLE

Does L27 DLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 DLE is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 DLE?
The MOT on L27 DLE is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 DLE done?
L27 DLE was recorded at 138,623 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 5,382 miles a year.
Has L27 DLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 DLE has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on L27 DLE 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 DLE find?
L27 DLE passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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