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BMW 3 Series

Pink · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

X27 SMEMOT history

X27 SME is a pink diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 184,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2026.

X27 SME pink BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
184,984 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X27 SME
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Pink
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X27 SME was last recorded at 184,984 miles on 24 Oct 2026, 11,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Aug 2012: 52,035 miles, lower than 53,250 miles on 10 Jun 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
173,220 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
11,764 miles
Average per year
9,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,984 miles
  • 2025 – 173,220 miles
  • 2024 – 147,563 miles
  • 2023 – 135,776 miles
  • 2022 – 128,508 miles
  • 2020 – 121,433 miles
  • 2019 – 115,093 miles
  • 2018 – 100,851 miles
  • 2017 – 96,288 miles
  • 2016 – 92,577 miles
  • 2015 – 84,055 miles
  • 2014 – 68,666 miles
  • 2013 – 60,698 miles
  • 2012 – 52,035 miles
  • 2011 – 53,250 miles
  • 2010 – 33,635 miles
  • 2009 – 21,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,984 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket (6.1.2 (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))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,984 miles (+11,764)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    184,984 miles
    Test number
    967567316280
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket (6.1.2 (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))

  2. Pass173,220 miles (+11,349)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    173,220 miles
    Test number
    326985714791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass161,871 miles (+14,308)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    161,871 miles
    Test number
    671233831932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass147,563 miles (+11,787)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    147,563 miles
    Test number
    879101434889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,776 miles (+7,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,776 miles
    Test number
    769804145538
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass128,508 miles (+7,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,508 miles
    Test number
    334428804699
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass121,433 miles (+6,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    121,433 miles
    Test number
    445035562901
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass115,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,093 miles
    Test number
    163891840444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail115,093 miles (+14,242)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,093 miles
    Test number
    694115737557
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass100,851 miles (+4,563)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    100,851 miles
    Test number
    577532304765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,288 miles (+3,711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    96,288 miles
    Test number
    383822499453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside and outside edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass92,577 miles (+210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,577 miles
    Test number
    152626749905
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  13. Fail92,367 miles (+8,312)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,367 miles
    Test number
    405973355364
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  14. Pass84,055 miles (+15,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    84,055 miles
    Test number
    289594042742
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass68,666 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    68,666 miles
    Test number
    208667114391
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail68,666 miles (+7,968)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,666 miles
    Test number
    775677414301
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass60,698 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,698 miles
    Test number
    295426273253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,687 miles (+8,652)1 dangerous3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,687 miles
    Test number
    917635173233
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad low. warning light on

  19. Pass52,035 miles (-1,215)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,035 miles
    Test number
    316367732268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,250 miles
    Test number
    516391161119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,248 miles (+9,613)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,248 miles
    Test number
    447531261160
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeavy knock on steering (should be checked out before going back into service)

  22. Pass33,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,635 miles
    Test number
    130457250076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,635 miles (+11,786)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,635 miles
    Test number
    920296650087
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass21,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    21,849 miles
    Test number
    730495359090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X27 SME

Does X27 SME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X27 SME is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X27 SME?
The MOT on X27 SME is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X27 SME done?
X27 SME was recorded at 184,984 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2026, an average of 9,237 miles a year.
Has X27 SME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X27 SME has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on X27 SME ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X27 SME find?
X27 SME passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear exhaust mounting defective bracket; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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