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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,997 cc

S27 JELMOT history

S27 JEL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 61,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

S27 JEL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
61,121 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 JEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 JEL was last recorded at 61,121 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 1,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,749 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,372 miles
Average per year
3,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,121 miles
  • 2024 – 59,749 miles
  • 2023 – 57,512 miles
  • 2022 – 56,891 miles
  • 2021 – 55,689 miles
  • 2020 – 54,834 miles
  • 2019 – 53,479 miles
  • 2018 – 50,546 miles
  • 2017 – 42,766 miles
  • 2016 – 34,615 miles
  • 2015 – 28,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,121 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,121 miles (+1,372)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    61,121 miles
    Test number
    387908599095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,749 miles (+2,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    59,749 miles
    Test number
    629901597499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass57,512 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    57,512 miles
    Test number
    476383847028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass56,891 miles (+1,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    56,891 miles
    Test number
    710273068301
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass55,689 miles (+855)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    55,689 miles
    Test number
    382594301614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass54,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    54,834 miles
    Test number
    369259255415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail54,834 miles (+1,355)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,834 miles
    Test number
    550205314124
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  8. Pass53,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,479 miles
    Test number
    399631914472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail53,479 miles (+2,933)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,479 miles
    Test number
    291817259246
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass50,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    50,546 miles
    Test number
    475653373689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,546 miles (+7,780)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,546 miles
    Test number
    915780713281
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass42,766 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    42,766 miles
    Test number
    846998296469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on edges & deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  13. Fail42,766 miles (+8,151)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,766 miles
    Test number
    625832392499
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on edges & deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  14. Pass34,615 miles (+6,138)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    34,615 miles
    Test number
    691154387251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,477 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    28,477 miles
    Test number
    598221799097
    • AdvisoryInternal adjuster reset in order to recheck headlamp alignment.

Questions about S27 JEL

Does S27 JEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 JEL is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S27 JEL?
The MOT on S27 JEL is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 JEL done?
S27 JEL was recorded at 61,121 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 3,256 miles a year.
Has S27 JEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 JEL has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on S27 JEL 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 JEL find?
S27 JEL passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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