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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,926 cc

K88 CTMMOT history

K88 CTM is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 197,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2025.

K88 CTM grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2026
Mileage
197,635 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 CTM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 CTM was last recorded at 197,635 miles on 7 Jan 2025, 5,884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,751 miles · 18 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5,884 miles
Average per year
8,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 197,635 miles
  • 2023 – 191,751 miles
  • 2022 – 182,407 miles
  • 2021 – 171,782 miles
  • 2020 – 171,033 miles
  • 2019 – 169,327 miles
  • 2018 – 168,206 miles
  • 2017 – 160,873 miles
  • 2016 – 150,565 miles
  • 2015 – 137,087 miles
  • 2014 – 124,655 miles
  • 2013 – 114,218 miles
  • 2012 – 102,290 miles
  • 2011 – 91,235 miles
  • 2010 – 79,643 miles
  • 2009 – 63,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,635 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,635 miles (+5,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    197,635 miles
    Test number
    964934812242
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass191,751 miles (+268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    191,751 miles
    Test number
    859763497446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail191,483 miles (+9,076)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,483 miles
    Test number
    978325066552
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire at tank (6.1.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp washer missing.
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  4. Pass182,407 miles (+10,625)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    182,407 miles
    Test number
    332467049880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass171,782 miles (+749)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    171,782 miles
    Test number
    751073192928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass171,033 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    171,033 miles
    Test number
    736279077042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail171,028 miles (+1,701)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,028 miles
    Test number
    380417202650
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake insecure caliper spring missing (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass169,327 miles (+1,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    169,327 miles
    Test number
    300197075646
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded

  9. Pass168,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    168,206 miles
    Test number
    318532508704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail168,206 miles (+7,333)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,206 miles
    Test number
    539864049404
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass160,873 miles (+10,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    160,873 miles
    Test number
    551693358894
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass150,565 miles (+13,478)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    150,565 miles
    Test number
    545944707959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass137,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    137,087 miles
    Test number
    368529307452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail137,087 miles (+12,432)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,087 miles
    Test number
    415655109435
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass124,655 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    124,655 miles
    Test number
    837825814316
    • NoteFront exhaust mount missing

  16. Fail124,651 miles (+10,433)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,651 miles
    Test number
    318445014334
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront exhaust mount missing

  17. Pass114,218 miles (+11,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,218 miles
    Test number
    135572733398
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass102,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    102,290 miles
    Test number
    456558222371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,290 miles (+11,055)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,290 miles
    Test number
    417078222355
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  20. Pass91,235 miles (+11,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    91,235 miles
    Test number
    319289121334
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass79,643 miles (+16,242)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    79,643 miles
    Test number
    594591120374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,401 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    63,401 miles
    Test number
    972337429310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K88 CTM

Does K88 CTM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K88 CTM expired on 6 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K88 CTM?
The MOT on K88 CTM expired on 6 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K88 CTM done?
K88 CTM was recorded at 197,635 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2025, an average of 8,876 miles a year.
Has K88 CTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 CTM has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on K88 CTM 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 K88 CTM find?
K88 CTM passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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