2020 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · Y27 AAR
2020 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Feb 2020. Recorded mileage 42,765 miles. MOT valid until 06 Aug 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,765 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y27 AAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2026
- 42,765 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
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Y27 AAR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 BMW 3 Series (Y27 AAR) between February 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Y27 AAR Mileage History
- 15/02/202317,881 mi
- 23/02/202425,946 mi+8,065 mi
- 19/09/202431,914 mi+5,968 mi
- 08/08/202541,133 mi+9,219 mi
- 04/08/202642,765 mi+1,632 mi
Average of roughly 7,180 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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