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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S727 DDLMOT history

S727 DDL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 12,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

S727 DDL 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 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
12,291 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S727 DDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S727 DDL was last recorded at 12,291 miles on 3 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jul 2026: 12,291 miles, lower than 105,731 miles on 14 Aug 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
105,731 miles · 14 Aug 2021

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 12,291 miles
  • 2021 – 105,731 miles
  • 2020 – 99,813 miles
  • 2019 – 92,100 miles
  • 2018 – 86,166 miles
  • 2017 – 71,689 miles
  • 2016 – 67,179 miles
  • 2015 – 61,145 miles
  • 2014 – 58,504 miles
  • 2013 – 56,575 miles
  • 2012 – 54,161 miles
  • 2011 – 52,120 miles
  • 2010 – 50,119 miles
  • 2009 – 48,312 miles
  • 2008 – 46,475 miles
  • 2007 – 43,853 miles
  • 2006 – 40,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass12,291 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicle loweredRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle loweredRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle loweredRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass12,291 miles6 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    12,291 miles
    Test number
    584972009332
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered

  2. Fail12,291 miles (-93,440)3 repaired6 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,291 miles
    Test number
    451967204376
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered

  3. Pass105,731 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    105,731 miles
    Test number
    590995051890
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight seepage from power steering pipe
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered

  4. Fail105,731 miles (+5,918)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,731 miles
    Test number
    666128955253
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight seepage from power steering pipe
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered

  5. Pass99,813 miles (+7,713)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    99,813 miles
    Test number
    209529868326
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise from front end
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted underside
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered and low trim height small gaps between wheel arches and tyre treads wide tyres fitted

  6. Pass92,100 miles (+5,934)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,100 miles
    Test number
    774945114002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,166 miles (+14,477)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,166 miles
    Test number
    647867637172
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass71,689 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    198973144501
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail71,689 miles (+704)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    844229422137
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail70,985 miles (+3,806)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,985 miles
    Test number
    536551187906
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass67,179 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,179 miles
    Test number
    673634466926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,130 miles (+5,985)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,130 miles
    Test number
    925061952421
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass61,145 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,145 miles
    Test number
    619957755024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail61,145 miles (+2,641)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,145 miles
    Test number
    509997555077
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCatalytic covertor has internal rattle ( damaged )

  15. Pass58,504 miles (+1,929)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,504 miles
    Test number
    516362574047
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass56,575 miles (+2,414)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,575 miles
    Test number
    996641983069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,161 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,161 miles
    Test number
    247088862030
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass54,161 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,161 miles
    Test number
    887088162064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,120 miles (+2,001)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,120 miles
    Test number
    539017771020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,119 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,119 miles
    Test number
    883508270072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,312 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,312 miles
    Test number
    230561869039
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass48,312 miles (+1,837)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,312 miles
    Test number
    420371869000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,475 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,475 miles
    Test number
    121615688066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,853 miles (+3,012)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,853 miles
    Test number
    130015787020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,841 miles
    Test number
    374406646042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S727 DDL

Does S727 DDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S727 DDL is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S727 DDL?
The MOT on S727 DDL is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S727 DDL done?
S727 DDL was recorded at 12,291 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026.
Has S727 DDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S727 DDL has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S727 DDL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jul 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S727 DDL find?
S727 DDL passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 6 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 12 more.

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