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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

S27 URYMOT history

S27 URY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 180,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

S27 URY blue 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 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
180,146 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 URY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 URY was last recorded at 180,146 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 1,697 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,449 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,697 miles
Average per year
6,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,146 miles
  • 2025 – 178,449 miles
  • 2024 – 175,409 miles
  • 2023 – 172,615 miles
  • 2022 – 169,022 miles
  • 2021 – 165,027 miles
  • 2020 – 159,258 miles
  • 2019 – 153,388 miles
  • 2018 – 147,905 miles
  • 2017 – 143,095 miles
  • 2016 – 135,718 miles
  • 2015 – 127,267 miles
  • 2014 – 117,404 miles
  • 2012 – 111,327 miles
  • 2011 – 109,644 miles
  • 2010 – 94,485 miles
  • 2009 – 82,146 miles
  • 2008 – 76,709 miles
  • 2007 – 72,006 miles
  • 2006 – 66,400 miles
  • 2005 – 50,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,146 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted time of test

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,146 miles (+1,697)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    180,146 miles
    Test number
    238116221112
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted time of test

  2. Pass178,449 miles (+3,040)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    178,449 miles
    Test number
    909720815403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass175,409 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    175,409 miles
    Test number
    264653361301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,615 miles (+3,593)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    172,615 miles
    Test number
    646753140521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass169,022 miles (+3,995)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    169,022 miles
    Test number
    521661448995
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass165,027 miles (+28)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    165,027 miles
    Test number
    757943724604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail164,999 miles (+5,741)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,999 miles
    Test number
    336407994533
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass159,258 miles (+5,870)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    159,258 miles
    Test number
    518844296517
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn excessively on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass153,388 miles (+5,483)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    153,388 miles
    Test number
    358992424163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass147,905 miles (+272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    147,905 miles
    Test number
    186241793311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  11. Fail147,633 miles (+4,538)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,633 miles
    Test number
    993837002137
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Pass143,095 miles (+7,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    143,095 miles
    Test number
    767553568895
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil on engine - not dripping

  13. Pass135,718 miles (+8,451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    135,718 miles
    Test number
    439513886735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm and badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass127,267 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    127,267 miles
    Test number
    156889495078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail127,190 miles (+9,786)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,190 miles
    Test number
    768662995099
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass117,404 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    117,404 miles
    Test number
    415324694055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth Front brake discs are worn

  17. Fail117,404 miles (+6,077)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,404 miles
    Test number
    267953694029
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailurePassenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Front brake discs are worn

  18. Pass111,327 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    111,327 miles
    Test number
    146612592284
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail111,327 miles (+1,683)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,327 miles
    Test number
    297682692256
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass109,644 miles (+1)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    109,644 miles
    Test number
    337006861464
    • NoteAir con pipe broken
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bush's worn
    • NoteBrake warning light on dash
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn on inside edge close to limit
    • NotePower steering pump noisey

  21. Fail109,643 miles (+15,158)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,643 miles
    Test number
    739599141286
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteAir con pipe broken
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bush's worn
    • NoteBrake warning light on dash
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn on inside edge close to limit
    • NoteOff side front anti roll bar moutain ready to brake due to near side front been broke
    • NotePower steering pump noisy

  22. Pass94,485 miles (+12,339)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    94,485 miles
    Test number
    624349110295
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTRAVEL IN HANDBRAKE LEAVER

  23. Pass82,146 miles (+5,437)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    82,146 miles
    Test number
    140812669164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,709 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    76,709 miles
    Test number
    372683868128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass72,006 miles (+5,606)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    72,006 miles
    Test number
    861152067101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,400 miles (+16,012)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    66,400 miles
    Test number
    791431796117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass50,388 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    50,388 miles
    Test number
    133602095186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail48,932 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,932 miles
    Test number
    763239155164
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about S27 URY

Does S27 URY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 URY is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S27 URY?
The MOT on S27 URY is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 URY done?
S27 URY was recorded at 180,146 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 6,248 miles a year.
Has S27 URY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 URY has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on S27 URY 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 URY find?
S27 URY passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive rear diff; under shields fitted time of test.

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