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BMW X3

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L27 FLYMOT history

L27 FLY is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 1 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 104,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

L27 FLY grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
104,294 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 FLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 FLY was last recorded at 104,294 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,294 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,294 miles
  • 2024 – 103,113 miles
  • 2023 – 102,425 miles
  • 2022 – 101,457 miles
  • 2021 – 96,977 miles
  • 2020 – 93,476 miles
  • 2019 – 89,150 miles
  • 2018 – 85,061 miles
  • 2017 – 77,242 miles
  • 2016 – 68,081 miles
  • 2015 – 63,234 miles
  • 2014 – 57,692 miles
  • 2013 – 52,966 miles
  • 2012 – 46,978 miles
  • 2011 – 41,263 miles
  • 2010 – 33,587 miles
  • 2009 – 27,902 miles
  • 2008 – 20,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,294 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Brake lever has limited reserve travel.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake shield loose.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,294 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    104,294 miles
    Test number
    324709942806
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside.

  2. Fail104,294 miles (+1,181)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,294 miles
    Test number
    117807389901
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside.

  3. Pass103,113 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    103,113 miles
    Test number
    432483879884
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  4. Fail103,111 miles (+14)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,111 miles
    Test number
    310573444522
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc shield damaged/loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  5. Fail103,097 miles (+672)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,097 miles
    Test number
    254763891289
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Little reserve travel for handbrake lever (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Various underside corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass102,425 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    102,425 miles
    Test number
    777825120551
    • AdvisoryBrake lever has limited reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake shield loose.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail102,425 miles (+968)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,425 miles
    Test number
    277043507362
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever has limited reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake shield loose.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass101,457 miles (+4,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    101,457 miles
    Test number
    313253170195
    • AdvisoryBrake lever has little reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc shield loose.
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyre perishing and wearing thin, 2.5mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass96,977 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,977 miles
    Test number
    310519415399
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail96,977 miles (+3,501)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,977 miles
    Test number
    299424870753
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass93,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,476 miles
    Test number
    540219515916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,476 miles (+4,326)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,476 miles
    Test number
    219913450196
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  13. Pass89,150 miles (+4,089)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,150 miles
    Test number
    458083493712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,061 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,061 miles
    Test number
    681430580340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,040 miles (+7,798)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,040 miles
    Test number
    239815896494
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass77,242 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,242 miles
    Test number
    670576812411
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have age cracking on them .

  17. Fail77,237 miles (+9,156)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,237 miles
    Test number
    967214612301
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have age cracking on them .

  18. Pass68,081 miles (+4,847)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    68,081 miles
    Test number
    487963304329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,234 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,234 miles
    Test number
    105907555065
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  20. Fail63,234 miles (+5,542)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,234 miles
    Test number
    407557355061
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass57,692 miles (+4,726)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    57,692 miles
    Test number
    427365944033
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass52,966 miles (+5,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,966 miles
    Test number
    905817933041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  23. Pass46,978 miles (+5,715)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    46,978 miles
    Test number
    649112052073
    • NoteExhaust smoking slightly

  24. Pass41,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,263 miles
    Test number
    637467551031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,263 miles (+7,676)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,263 miles
    Test number
    118466951067
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass33,587 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,587 miles
    Test number
    554147140070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,583 miles (+5,681)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,583 miles
    Test number
    960409130017
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  28. Pass27,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,902 miles
    Test number
    223984839082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail27,902 miles (+7,120)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,902 miles
    Test number
    834834839015
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  30. Pass20,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,782 miles
    Test number
    173937158071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 FLY

Does L27 FLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 FLY is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 FLY?
The MOT on L27 FLY is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 FLY done?
L27 FLY was recorded at 104,294 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 4,669 miles a year.
Has L27 FLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 FLY has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L27 FLY 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 FLY find?
L27 FLY passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; general corrosion to underside..

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