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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L27 NBYMOT history

L27 NBY is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 93,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

L27 NBY white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
93,029 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 NBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 NBY was last recorded at 93,029 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 3,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,064 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,965 miles
Average per year
5,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,029 miles
  • 2025 – 89,064 miles
  • 2024 – 85,098 miles
  • 2023 – 81,228 miles
  • 2022 – 75,974 miles
  • 2020 – 70,031 miles
  • 2019 – 65,383 miles
  • 2018 – 62,161 miles
  • 2017 – 56,498 miles
  • 2016 – 49,173 miles
  • 2015 – 37,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,029 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,029 miles (+3,965)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    93,029 miles
    Test number
    336298089109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,064 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    89,064 miles
    Test number
    442181231015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail89,061 miles (+3,963)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,061 miles
    Test number
    236978081275
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass85,098 miles (+3,870)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,098 miles
    Test number
    466074362112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,228 miles (+5,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    81,228 miles
    Test number
    624393058660
    • AdvisoryRear windows tinted
  6. Pass75,974 miles (+5,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,974 miles
    Test number
    150846056690
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper slightly damage
  7. Pass70,031 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,031 miles
    Test number
    941422596415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,984 miles (+4,601)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,984 miles
    Test number
    577414937140
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass65,383 miles (+3,222)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,383 miles
    Test number
    224128311965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,161 miles (+5,663)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,161 miles
    Test number
    156225182644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,498 miles (+7,325)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    56,498 miles
    Test number
    467409225591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,173 miles (+11,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,173 miles
    Test number
    261186323402
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  13. Pass37,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,997 miles
    Test number
    278736215258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 NBY

Does L27 NBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 NBY is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 NBY?
The MOT on L27 NBY is valid until 28 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 NBY done?
L27 NBY was recorded at 93,029 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 5,255 miles a year.
Has L27 NBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 NBY has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L27 NBY 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 NBY find?
L27 NBY passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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