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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

W827 MDVMOT history

W827 MDV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 130,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

W827 MDV silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
130,513 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W827 MDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W827 MDV was last recorded at 130,513 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,513 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,513 miles
  • 2024 – 128,982 miles
  • 2023 – 127,381 miles
  • 2022 – 125,574 miles
  • 2021 – 124,096 miles
  • 2020 – 122,539 miles
  • 2019 – 119,959 miles
  • 2018 – 111,699 miles
  • 2017 – 101,211 miles
  • 2016 – 97,854 miles
  • 2015 – 91,462 miles
  • 2014 – 88,225 miles
  • 2013 – 85,514 miles
  • 2012 – 81,820 miles
  • 2011 – 76,735 miles
  • 2010 – 72,383 miles
  • 2009 – 65,659 miles
  • 2008 – 58,540 miles
  • 2007 – 51,292 miles
  • 2006 – 44,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,513 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both n/s and o/s have slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported bracket corroded (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,513 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    130,513 miles
    Test number
    925767951483
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both n/s and o/s have slight play
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported bracket corroded (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail130,513 miles (+1,531)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,513 miles
    Test number
    113763497410
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both n/s and o/s have slight play
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported bracket corroded (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,982 miles (+9)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    128,982 miles
    Test number
    748665747323
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail128,973 miles (+1,592)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,973 miles
    Test number
    863094383521
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass127,381 miles (+4)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    127,381 miles
    Test number
    928926853039
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear sensor not attached and warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate light lens missing
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  6. Fail127,377 miles (+1,803)3 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,377 miles
    Test number
    663853456262
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear sensor not attached and warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate light lens missing
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  7. Pass125,574 miles (+1,478)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    125,574 miles
    Test number
    336771663732
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear sensor not attached and warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sills cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear wheel arches corroded no sharp edges

  8. Pass124,096 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    124,096 miles
    Test number
    490442785740
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear sensor not attached on front and warning light on dash

  9. Fail124,096 miles (+1,557)2 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,096 miles
    Test number
    200222556792
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass122,539 miles (+2,580)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    122,539 miles
    Test number
    601265317283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass119,959 miles (+8,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,959 miles
    Test number
    752989260192
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a poor beam image

  12. Pass111,699 miles (+10,488)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,699 miles
    Test number
    976957865215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,211 miles (+3,357)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    101,211 miles
    Test number
    543630685653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished and cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint bottom ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass97,854 miles (+6,392)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,854 miles
    Test number
    220021177006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,462 miles (+3,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    91,462 miles
    Test number
    599594455047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass88,225 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    88,225 miles
    Test number
    235312924049
    • 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)
    • NoteMain front to rear metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOil leaking on to exhaust

  17. Fail88,225 miles (+2,711)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,225 miles
    Test number
    719502424093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (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)
    • NoteMain front to rear metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOil leaking on to exhaust

  18. Pass85,514 miles (+3,694)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    85,514 miles
    Test number
    639574523046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,820 miles (+5,085)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    81,820 miles
    Test number
    976207712089
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass76,735 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,735 miles
    Test number
    635377011096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,383 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    72,383 miles
    Test number
    333291520080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,263 miles (+6,604)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,263 miles
    Test number
    184408610462
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped.

  23. Pass65,659 miles (+7,119)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    65,659 miles
    Test number
    721493729095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,540 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,540 miles
    Test number
    722076228015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,436 miles (+7,144)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,436 miles
    Test number
    390306918054
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass51,292 miles (+7,225)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    51,292 miles
    Test number
    214887417035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    44,067 miles
    Test number
    182727926482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail44,067 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,067 miles
    Test number
    102477626494
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about W827 MDV

Does W827 MDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W827 MDV is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on W827 MDV?
The MOT on W827 MDV is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W827 MDV done?
W827 MDV was recorded at 130,513 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 4,358 miles a year.
Has W827 MDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W827 MDV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on W827 MDV 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 W827 MDV find?
W827 MDV passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front outer brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s corroded, and 7 more.

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