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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

T27 MJBMOT history

T27 MJB is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2026
Mileage
83,720 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T27 MJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T27 MJB was last recorded at 83,720 miles on 22 Aug 2025, 355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,365 miles · 1 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
355 miles
Average per year
3,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,720 miles
  • 2024 – 83,365 miles
  • 2023 – 82,420 miles
  • 2022 – 78,712 miles
  • 2021 – 73,579 miles
  • 2020 – 67,690 miles
  • 2019 – 62,498 miles
  • 2017 – 61,748 miles
  • 2016 – 57,955 miles
  • 2015 – 53,743 miles
  • 2014 – 50,158 miles
  • 2013 – 46,987 miles
  • 2012 – 43,120 miles
  • 2011 – 39,808 miles
  • 2009 – 35,442 miles
  • 2008 – 31,161 miles
  • 2007 – 26,909 miles
  • 2006 – 21,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,720 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear rear running gear corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,720 miles (+355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    83,720 miles
    Test number
    103902307450
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass83,365 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    83,365 miles
    Test number
    199448842814
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear running gear corroded
  3. Fail83,363 miles (+943)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,363 miles
    Test number
    877971445422
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear running gear corroded
  4. Pass82,420 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,420 miles
    Test number
    560428629239
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail82,416 miles (+3,704)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,416 miles
    Test number
    865004997884
    • DangerousFront Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass78,712 miles (+5,133)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    78,712 miles
    Test number
    287596551150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass73,579 miles (+5,889)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    73,579 miles
    Test number
    768962293378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,690 miles (+5,192)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    67,690 miles
    Test number
    634042188934
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  9. Pass62,498 miles (+750)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    62,498 miles
    Test number
    864702873977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,748 miles (+3,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,748 miles
    Test number
    656768438816
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass57,955 miles (+4,212)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,955 miles
    Test number
    550862524982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,743 miles (+3,585)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,743 miles
    Test number
    566044115194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass50,158 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,158 miles
    Test number
    375724014100
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight perishing
  14. Fail50,158 miles (+3,171)6 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,158 miles
    Test number
    206193514410
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight perishing
  15. Pass46,987 miles (+3,867)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,987 miles
    Test number
    136810823116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlastic sill covers obscure some prescribed areas
  16. Pass43,120 miles (+3,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,120 miles
    Test number
    315123702022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass39,808 miles (+4,366)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    39,808 miles
    Test number
    588955701000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,442 miles (+4,281)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,442 miles
    Test number
    963615339375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,161 miles
    Test number
    451972138305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,161 miles (+4,252)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,161 miles
    Test number
    551861638364
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass26,909 miles (+5,087)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,909 miles
    Test number
    213534407388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,822 miles
    Test number
    451276306439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T27 MJB

Does T27 MJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T27 MJB expired on 21 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T27 MJB?
The MOT on T27 MJB expired on 21 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T27 MJB done?
T27 MJB was recorded at 83,720 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2025, an average of 3,292 miles a year.
Has T27 MJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T27 MJB has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T27 MJB 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 MJB find?
T27 MJB passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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