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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,979 cc

S27 MRLMOT history

S27 MRL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Aug 2007. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 146,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

S27 MRL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
146,761 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 MRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Aug 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 MRL was last recorded at 146,761 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 67 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,694 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
67 miles
Average per year
8,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,761 miles
  • 2025 – 139,193 miles
  • 2024 – 134,023 miles
  • 2023 – 131,664 miles
  • 2022 – 128,567 miles
  • 2021 – 122,980 miles
  • 2020 – 114,593 miles
  • 2019 – 101,702 miles
  • 2018 – 78,568 miles
  • 2016 – 56,781 miles
  • 2015 – 52,297 miles
  • 2014 – 40,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,761 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Undertrays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,761 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    146,761 miles
    Test number
    239539492556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. Fail146,694 miles (+7,501)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,694 miles
    Test number
    312360944066
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass139,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,193 miles
    Test number
    837063736179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail139,193 miles (+5,170)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,193 miles
    Test number
    208297395298
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass134,023 miles (+2,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    134,023 miles
    Test number
    854851332139
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass131,664 miles (+3,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,664 miles
    Test number
    263358076149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  7. Pass128,567 miles (+5,587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    128,567 miles
    Test number
    504315990947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (handbrake) (1.2.1 (c))
  8. Pass122,980 miles (+8,387)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,980 miles
    Test number
    324008110207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,593 miles (+12,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    114,593 miles
    Test number
    211663076280
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass101,702 miles (+240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    101,702 miles
    Test number
    195096184661
    • AdvisoryUndertrays
  11. Fail101,462 miles (+22,894)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,462 miles
    Test number
    566376815474
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays
  12. Pass78,568 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,568 miles
    Test number
    775243524197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,566 miles (+21,785)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,566 miles
    Test number
    592911663710
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
  14. Pass56,781 miles (+4,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,781 miles
    Test number
    822387458072
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass52,297 miles (+12,268)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,297 miles
    Test number
    337029715245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,029 miles
    Test number
    638713804295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S27 MRL

Does S27 MRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 MRL is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S27 MRL?
The MOT on S27 MRL is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 MRL done?
S27 MRL was recorded at 146,761 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 8,832 miles a year.
Has S27 MRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 MRL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S27 MRL 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 MRL find?
S27 MRL passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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