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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

T27 NLAMOT history

T27 NLA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 85,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
85,308 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T27 NLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T27 NLA was last recorded at 85,308 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 5,430 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,878 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,430 miles
Average per year
3,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,308 miles
  • 2025 – 79,878 miles
  • 2024 – 77,654 miles
  • 2021 – 75,601 miles
  • 2019 – 71,853 miles
  • 2016 – 71,674 miles
  • 2015 – 65,222 miles
  • 2014 – 56,814 miles
  • 2013 – 48,061 miles
  • 2012 – 44,625 miles
  • 2010 – 38,360 miles
  • 2008 – 33,054 miles
  • 2007 – 30,371 miles
  • 2006 – 21,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,308 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,308 miles (+5,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    85,308 miles
    Test number
    578270603752
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass79,878 miles (+2,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    79,878 miles
    Test number
    471541691976
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Underbody corroded
  3. Pass77,654 miles (+2,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    77,654 miles
    Test number
    951783096581
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake effort low
  4. Pass75,601 miles (+3,748)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    75,601 miles
    Test number
    746015653371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,853 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,853 miles
    Test number
    623109244768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,674 miles (+6,452)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    71,674 miles
    Test number
    912379989892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,222 miles (+8,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    65,222 miles
    Test number
    168955135023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass56,814 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,814 miles
    Test number
    719301434020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,776 miles (+8,715)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,776 miles
    Test number
    678290534084
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  10. Pass48,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    48,061 miles
    Test number
    406616433092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,061 miles (+3,436)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,061 miles
    Test number
    598236733026
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  12. Pass44,625 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,625 miles
    Test number
    616119702014
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall has slight damage.
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn.
  13. Fail44,625 miles (+6,265)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,625 miles
    Test number
    425399002040
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn.
  14. Pass38,360 miles (+1,279)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    38,360 miles
    Test number
    451318500386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wall perrished
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wall perrished
  15. Pass37,081 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,081 miles
    Test number
    711720830090
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight damaged to both nearside tyres
  16. Fail37,068 miles (+4,014)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,068 miles
    Test number
    981770030010
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight damaged to both nearside tyres
  17. Pass33,054 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,054 miles
    Test number
    354674718418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,371 miles (+9,089)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,371 miles
    Test number
    980211027192
    • NoteCentre seal damaged under front chessis.
  19. Pass21,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,282 miles
    Test number
    443647816151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T27 NLA

Does T27 NLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T27 NLA is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T27 NLA?
The MOT on T27 NLA is valid until 23 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 NLA done?
T27 NLA was recorded at 85,308 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 3,139 miles a year.
Has T27 NLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T27 NLA has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2014.
Has the mileage on T27 NLA 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 NLA find?
T27 NLA passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: central rear oil leak, but not excessive.

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