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A27 CHL

2020 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,473 mi
Last recorded39,473 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2020 BMW 3 Series37,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 CHL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 39,473 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 24,037 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 20,964 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A27 CHL is a 2020 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 37,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A27 CHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 6 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A27 CHL?

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What year was A27 CHL registered?

A27 CHL is a 2020 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 September 2020.

Is A27 CHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A27 CHL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A27 CHL have outstanding finance?

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