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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L27 SHAMOT history

L27 SHA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 75,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

L27 SHA blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
75,833 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 SHA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 SHA was last recorded at 75,833 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 2,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,894 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,939 miles
Average per year
4,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,833 miles
  • 2025 – 72,894 miles
  • 2024 – 70,299 miles
  • 2023 – 69,080 miles
  • 2022 – 66,802 miles
  • 2021 – 65,294 miles
  • 2019 – 62,323 miles
  • 2018 – 52,362 miles
  • 2017 – 42,266 miles
  • 2016 – 36,902 miles
  • 2015 – 32,271 miles
  • 2014 – 28,162 miles
  • 2013 – 24,495 miles
  • 2012 – 19,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,833 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,833 miles (+2,939)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    824928367090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass72,894 miles (+2,595)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    72,894 miles
    Test number
    920787943302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,299 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    70,299 miles
    Test number
    754312244668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    290081075336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,080 miles (+2,278)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    765941072254
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  6. Pass66,802 miles (+1,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,802 miles
    Test number
    910306682636
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass65,294 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,294 miles
    Test number
    669991527866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,323 miles
    Test number
    471825708419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,323 miles (+9,961)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,323 miles
    Test number
    785181493099
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on dash
  10. Pass52,362 miles (+10,096)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    52,362 miles
    Test number
    555622089594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,266 miles (+1,748)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,266 miles
    Test number
    297940595059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,518 miles (+3,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,518 miles
    Test number
    590757068139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  13. Pass36,902 miles (+4,631)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,902 miles
    Test number
    349228871633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,271 miles (+4,109)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,271 miles
    Test number
    355697885170
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass28,162 miles (+3,667)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    28,162 miles
    Test number
    238163904200
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass24,495 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    24,495 miles
    Test number
    897338013224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres have uneven inner and outer wear.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail24,495 miles (+5,474)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,495 miles
    Test number
    588938713277
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres have uneven inner and outer wear.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass19,021 miles (+3,317)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    19,021 miles
    Test number
    295985842231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    15,704 miles
    Test number
    497628632069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail15,704 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,704 miles
    Test number
    869628432095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Questions about L27 SHA

Does L27 SHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 SHA is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 SHA?
The MOT on L27 SHA is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 SHA done?
L27 SHA was recorded at 75,833 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 4,227 miles a year.
Has L27 SHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 SHA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L27 SHA 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 SHA find?
L27 SHA passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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