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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S27 FOYMOT history

S27 FOY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 139,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S27 FOY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
139,906 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 FOY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 FOY was last recorded at 139,906 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 5,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
134,824 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,082 miles
Average per year
9,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,906 miles
  • 2025 – 134,824 miles
  • 2024 – 128,202 miles
  • 2023 – 126,114 miles
  • 2022 – 120,634 miles
  • 2021 – 110,797 miles
  • 2020 – 101,370 miles
  • 2019 – 87,163 miles
  • 2018 – 73,736 miles
  • 2017 – 58,945 miles
  • 2016 – 46,197 miles
  • 2015 – 31,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,906 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear control arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 17 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,906 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    139,906 miles
    Test number
    429993635828
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear control arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,906 miles (+5,082)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,906 miles
    Test number
    912311130252
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear control arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,824 miles (+6,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    134,824 miles
    Test number
    387492727490
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,202 miles (+2,088)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    128,202 miles
    Test number
    174824911148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass126,114 miles (+5,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    126,114 miles
    Test number
    838917542478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass120,634 miles (+9,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    120,634 miles
    Test number
    506977524506
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play detected in inner steering arm

  7. Pass110,797 miles (+9,427)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    110,797 miles
    Test number
    222098117749
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass101,370 miles (+14,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    101,370 miles
    Test number
    910186494624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass87,163 miles (+13,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,163 miles
    Test number
    272165899786
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass73,736 miles (+14,791)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,736 miles
    Test number
    438376325601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,945 miles (+12,748)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,945 miles
    Test number
    107979062027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,197 miles (+14,572)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,197 miles
    Test number
    155740811659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,625 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,625 miles
    Test number
    329728845015
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

Questions about S27 FOY

Does S27 FOY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 FOY is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S27 FOY?
The MOT on S27 FOY is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 FOY done?
S27 FOY was recorded at 139,906 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 9,326 miles a year.
Has S27 FOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 FOY has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S27 FOY 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 S27 FOY find?
S27 FOY passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear control arm bush worn.

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