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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T427 ATFMOT history

T427 ATF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
121,136 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T427 ATF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T427 ATF was last recorded at 121,136 miles on 26 May 2026, 303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,833 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
303 miles
Average per year
2,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,136 miles
  • 2025 – 120,833 miles
  • 2024 – 120,471 miles
  • 2023 – 119,034 miles
  • 2022 – 118,765 miles
  • 2021 – 118,405 miles
  • 2019 – 117,692 miles
  • 2018 – 117,511 miles
  • 2017 – 117,503 miles
  • 2016 – 114,702 miles
  • 2015 – 111,498 miles
  • 2014 – 109,065 miles
  • 2013 – 106,377 miles
  • 2012 – 104,134 miles
  • 2011 – 101,402 miles
  • 2010 – 97,038 miles
  • 2008 – 88,130 miles
  • 2006 – 71,242 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,136 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryInner arch on off side has some signs of historic rubbing

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 Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,136 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    121,136 miles
    Test number
    970863987025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner arch on off side has some signs of historic rubbing

  2. Fail121,136 miles (+303)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,136 miles
    Test number
    608476570173
    • Repaired at testPower steering pipe/hose leaking hose from bottle to pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner arch on off side has some signs of historic rubbing

  3. Pass120,833 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    120,833 miles
    Test number
    723128617458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,471 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    120,471 miles
    Test number
    256388078108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail120,461 miles (+1,427)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,461 miles
    Test number
    671156875875
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  6. Pass119,034 miles (+269)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    119,034 miles
    Test number
    725642846732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,765 miles (+360)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    118,765 miles
    Test number
    168092557184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass118,405 miles (+713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    118,405 miles
    Test number
    408690200427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass117,692 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,692 miles
    Test number
    139746803199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail117,673 miles (+162)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,673 miles
    Test number
    957025326414
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (jacking point) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill(jacking point) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass117,511 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,511 miles
    Test number
    368911576000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail117,503 miles (+2,801)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,503 miles
    Test number
    454881270638
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front struts (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass114,702 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,702 miles
    Test number
    316333203172
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail114,702 miles (+3,204)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,702 miles
    Test number
    348773438760
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass111,498 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    111,498 miles
    Test number
    318124555198
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail111,485 miles (+2,420)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,485 miles
    Test number
    439543345172
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass109,065 miles (+2,688)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    109,065 miles
    Test number
    749720934182
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass106,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    106,377 miles
    Test number
    857000633141
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail106,312 miles (+2,178)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,312 miles
    Test number
    218100033431
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass104,134 miles (+2,732)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    104,134 miles
    Test number
    219142412110
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cut in the inner wall no cords showing

  21. Pass101,402 miles (+4,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    101,402 miles
    Test number
    767236071047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail97,038 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    101646470023
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass97,038 miles (+8,908)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    893086970084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    88,130 miles
    Test number
    622454428300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,130 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,130 miles
    Test number
    393872328393
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoil springs corroded

  26. PassMileage not read2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    911760927398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on the edges

  27. FailMileage not read4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    314059817309
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on the edges

  28. Pass71,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    71,242 miles
    Test number
    432915126342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T427 ATF

Does T427 ATF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T427 ATF is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T427 ATF?
The MOT on T427 ATF is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T427 ATF done?
T427 ATF was recorded at 121,136 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 2,557 miles a year.
Has T427 ATF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T427 ATF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T427 ATF 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 T427 ATF find?
T427 ATF passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded, and 1 more.

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