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BMW 316

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T27 MLLMOT history

T27 MLL is a red diesel BMW 316 first used on 15 May 2012. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 164,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
164,233 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T27 MLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
15 May 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T27 MLL was last recorded at 164,233 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 3,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,292 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,941 miles
Average per year
7,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,233 miles
  • 2025 – 160,292 miles
  • 2024 – 156,935 miles
  • 2023 – 155,001 miles
  • 2022 – 146,716 miles
  • 2021 – 137,699 miles
  • 2020 – 134,522 miles
  • 2019 – 127,297 miles
  • 2018 – 118,178 miles
  • 2017 – 110,904 miles
  • 2016 – 101,142 miles
  • 2015 – 79,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail164,233 miles
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Around manifold (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTurbo inter cooler in poor condition
  • AdvisoryUnable to check floors fully due to covers fitted
  • AdvisoryUnable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Wipers Smear Slightly But Clears Screen Effectively Enough

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail164,233 miles (+3,941)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,233 miles
    Test number
    556496794250
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Around manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTurbo inter cooler in poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnable to check floors fully due to covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

  2. Pass160,292 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    160,292 miles
    Test number
    839655511562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass156,935 miles (+1,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    156,935 miles
    Test number
    651309877226
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass155,001 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    155,001 miles
    Test number
    221365504082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail155,001 miles (+8,285)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,001 miles
    Test number
    155270101004
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass146,716 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,716 miles
    Test number
    357773499981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail146,693 miles (+8,994)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,693 miles
    Test number
    941472968657
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass137,699 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,699 miles
    Test number
    536101421670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail137,699 miles (+3,177)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,699 miles
    Test number
    482813440877
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass134,522 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,522 miles
    Test number
    957804723735
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail134,519 miles (+7,222)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,519 miles
    Test number
    260760156344
    • DangerousParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working 'Wing mirror' (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass127,297 miles (+9,119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,297 miles
    Test number
    582309596003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass118,178 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,178 miles
    Test number
    196147652818
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers Smear Slightly But Clears Screen Effectively Enough
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak Gear Box
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail118,177 miles (+7,273)1 dangerous2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,177 miles
    Test number
    457307716822
    • DangerousCentral Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers Smear Slightly But Clears Screen Effectively Enough
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak Gear Box
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass110,904 miles (+9,762)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,904 miles
    Test number
    127998863753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    101,142 miles
    Test number
    163513910245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,112 miles (+21,406)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,112 miles
    Test number
    248111217922
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre punctured

  18. Pass79,706 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    79,706 miles
    Test number
    988250325161
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn outer edge
    • NoteOffside mirror cover missing

Questions about T27 MLL

Does T27 MLL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T27 MLL expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T27 MLL?
The MOT on T27 MLL expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T27 MLL done?
T27 MLL was recorded at 164,233 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 7,377 miles a year.
Has T27 MLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T27 MLL has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T27 MLL 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 MLL find?
T27 MLL failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases around manifold; nearside stop lamp(s) not working; windscreen washer not working, and 6 more.

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