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Purple · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

T27 GXRMOT history

T27 GXR is a purple diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 193,327 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
193,327 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T27 GXR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T27 GXR was last recorded at 193,327 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 8,086 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,241 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,086 miles
Average per year
8,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,327 miles
  • 2025 – 185,241 miles
  • 2024 – 174,164 miles
  • 2022 – 166,794 miles
  • 2021 – 158,208 miles
  • 2020 – 154,482 miles
  • 2019 – 151,895 miles
  • 2018 – 146,795 miles
  • 2017 – 140,173 miles
  • 2016 – 132,293 miles
  • 2015 – 121,290 miles
  • 2014 – 117,972 miles
  • 2013 – 113,319 miles
  • 2012 – 107,921 miles
  • 2011 – 98,417 miles
  • 2010 – 81,610 miles
  • 2009 – 65,009 miles
  • 2008 – 45,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,327 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake calliper anti rattle spring missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement frontmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,327 miles (+8,086)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    193,327 miles
    Test number
    777719601733
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake calliper anti rattle spring missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement frontmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  2. Pass185,241 miles (+11,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    185,241 miles
    Test number
    988701278361
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass174,164 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    174,164 miles
    Test number
    246444183509
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail174,140 miles (+7,346)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,140 miles
    Test number
    513014546924
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 57% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass166,794 miles (+8,586)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    166,794 miles
    Test number
    167011592415
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass158,208 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    158,208 miles
    Test number
    823115724168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass154,482 miles (+2,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    154,482 miles
    Test number
    298386411912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass151,895 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,895 miles
    Test number
    448391411139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail151,765 miles (+4,970)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,765 miles
    Test number
    444904516805
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Pass146,795 miles (+6,622)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    146,795 miles
    Test number
    255244050854
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level just above min
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNSR brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOSF fog light inop
    • AdvisoryOSR brake pipe corroded

  11. Pass140,173 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    140,173 miles
    Test number
    940623174439
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner edge of tyre worn to zero tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn to zero tread very inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but all pads ok, advise checked out
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes cant be seen due to under shield panels

  12. Fail140,173 miles (+7,880)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,173 miles
    Test number
    367263927933
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner edge of tyre worn to zero tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn to zero tread very inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but all pads ok, advise checked out
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes cant be seen due to under shield panels

  13. Pass132,293 miles (+11,003)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    132,293 miles
    Test number
    494266890334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass121,290 miles (+5)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    121,290 miles
    Test number
    517951381512
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION IN ENGINE BAY AREA
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN PIPE FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN PIPE FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION ON BOTH OUTER SILL
    • AdvisoryUNDER COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL UNDERSIDE INSPECTION

  15. Fail121,285 miles (+3,313)1 failure12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,285 miles
    Test number
    870365836886
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION IN ENGINE BAY AREA
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN PIPE FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN PIPE FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION ON BOTH OUTER SILL
    • AdvisoryUNDER COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL UNDERSIDE INSPECTION

  16. Pass117,972 miles (+7)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    117,972 miles
    Test number
    486912354255
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs slightly worn

  17. Fail117,965 miles (+4,646)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,965 miles
    Test number
    319228544264
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs slightly worn

  18. Pass113,319 miles (+5,398)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    113,319 miles
    Test number
    768310673241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass107,921 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    107,921 miles
    Test number
    575673322271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail107,915 miles (+9,498)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,915 miles
    Test number
    146722222295
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  21. Pass98,417 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    98,417 miles
    Test number
    216670621212
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake and park brake service some wear to all four brake discs

  22. Fail98,417 miles (+16,807)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,417 miles
    Test number
    686840221234
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake and park brake service some wear to all four brake discs

  23. Pass81,610 miles (+16,601)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,610 miles
    Test number
    600742600285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake service some wear to all four brake discs

  24. Pass65,009 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,009 miles
    Test number
    281415629222
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePark brake service

  25. Fail65,009 miles (+19,456)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,009 miles
    Test number
    812365629222
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePark brake service

  26. Pass45,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,553 miles
    Test number
    880367428299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T27 GXR

Does T27 GXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T27 GXR is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T27 GXR?
The MOT on T27 GXR is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T27 GXR done?
T27 GXR was recorded at 193,327 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 8,183 miles a year.
Has T27 GXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T27 GXR has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T27 GXR 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 T27 GXR find?
T27 GXR passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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