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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S27 LVCMOT history

S27 LVC is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 151,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

S27 LVC black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
151,254 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 LVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
8 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 LVC was last recorded at 151,254 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 1,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,331 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,923 miles
Average per year
5,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,254 miles
  • 2024 – 149,331 miles
  • 2022 – 147,503 miles
  • 2020 – 138,062 miles
  • 2019 – 129,414 miles
  • 2018 – 124,388 miles
  • 2017 – 111,478 miles
  • 2016 – 110,610 miles
  • 2015 – 110,541 miles
  • 2014 – 98,189 miles
  • 2013 – 85,201 miles
  • 2012 – 69,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,254 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,254 miles (+1,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    151,254 miles
    Test number
    871886190073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass149,331 miles (+1,828)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    149,331 miles
    Test number
    827494508050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,503 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    147,503 miles
    Test number
    340023127394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail147,503 miles (+9,441)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,503 miles
    Test number
    631399519987
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass138,062 miles (+8,648)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,062 miles
    Test number
    259560654873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass129,414 miles (+5,026)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,414 miles
    Test number
    582597127952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,388 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,388 miles
    Test number
    120072652753
    • AdvisoryT.P.M light on
    • AdvisoryJacking point missing o/s/f
    • AdvisoryN/s/f level sensor rod missing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r inner side light not working

  8. Fail124,343 miles (+12,865)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,343 miles
    Test number
    470581302488
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryT.P.M light on
    • AdvisoryJacking point missing o/s/f
    • AdvisoryN/s/f level sensor rod missing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r inner side light not working

  9. Pass111,478 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,478 miles
    Test number
    359197232034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,610 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    110,610 miles
    Test number
    607791250423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,541 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    110,541 miles
    Test number
    987221995165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail110,531 miles (+12,342)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,531 miles
    Test number
    897539885147
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass98,189 miles (+12,988)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,189 miles
    Test number
    159574004128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass85,201 miles (+15,442)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,201 miles
    Test number
    758029193033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,759 miles
    Test number
    365863802193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S27 LVC

Does S27 LVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 LVC is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S27 LVC?
The MOT on S27 LVC is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 LVC done?
S27 LVC was recorded at 151,254 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 5,984 miles a year.
Has S27 LVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 LVC has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S27 LVC 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 LVC find?
S27 LVC passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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