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BMW 120

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

X27 HCSMOT history

X27 HCS is a silver diesel BMW 120 first used on 12 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 78,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

X27 HCS silver BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,253 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X27 HCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
12 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X27 HCS was last recorded at 78,253 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 3,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,353 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,900 miles
Average per year
5,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,253 miles
  • 2025 – 74,353 miles
  • 2024 – 64,876 miles
  • 2023 – 64,771 miles
  • 2022 – 61,379 miles
  • 2021 – 55,750 miles
  • 2020 – 47,927 miles
  • 2019 – 44,355 miles
  • 2018 – 39,821 miles
  • 2017 – 36,057 miles
  • 2016 – 30,030 miles
  • 2015 – 23,024 miles
  • 2014 – 15,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,253 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damp inside lamp

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,253 miles (+3,900)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,253 miles
    Test number
    473801887356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass74,353 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    74,353 miles
    Test number
    999781932205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail74,346 miles (+974)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,346 miles
    Test number
    664735094688
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Pass73,372 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,372 miles
    Test number
    665149613746
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damp inside lamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail73,364 miles (+8,488)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,364 miles
    Test number
    504799830171
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective damp inside lamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass64,876 miles (+105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    64,876 miles
    Test number
    778124717286
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail64,771 miles (+3,392)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,771 miles
    Test number
    248714221678
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working halo (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front day time light not working
  8. Pass61,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    396625926378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,379 miles (+5,629)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    290343790816
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass55,750 miles (+7,823)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,750 miles
    Test number
    107587522447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,927 miles (+3,572)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    47,927 miles
    Test number
    353059472794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,355 miles
    Test number
    856254785921
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 85% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail44,355 miles (+4,534)3 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,355 miles
    Test number
    470970924851
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly worn on edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 85% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust boots split & poor condition
  14. Pass39,821 miles (+3,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    39,821 miles
    Test number
    503363197898
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  15. Pass36,057 miles (+6,027)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    36,057 miles
    Test number
    542323689147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind offside front
  16. Pass30,030 miles (+7,006)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    30,030 miles
    Test number
    423295867794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,024 miles (+7,055)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,024 miles
    Test number
    131688825235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,969 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    15,969 miles
    Test number
    418003124371
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres beginning to wear on outer edges
    • NoteRear tyres beginning to feather on inner edges

Questions about X27 HCS

Does X27 HCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X27 HCS is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X27 HCS?
The MOT on X27 HCS is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X27 HCS done?
X27 HCS was recorded at 78,253 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,329 miles a year.
Has X27 HCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X27 HCS has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on X27 HCS 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 X27 HCS find?
X27 HCS passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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