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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

K88 DPGMOT history

K88 DPG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 119,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

K88 DPG blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
119,432 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 DPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 DPG was last recorded at 119,432 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 7,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,750 miles · 23 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,682 miles
Average per year
5,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,432 miles
  • 2024 – 111,750 miles
  • 2023 – 109,678 miles
  • 2022 – 106,736 miles
  • 2021 – 104,540 miles
  • 2020 – 101,514 miles
  • 2019 – 98,057 miles
  • 2018 – 98,018 miles
  • 2017 – 92,686 miles
  • 2016 – 85,419 miles
  • 2015 – 77,379 miles
  • 2014 – 69,965 miles
  • 2013 – 60,698 miles
  • 2012 – 46,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,432 miles
  • AdvisorySlight play in o/s suspension.
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear sill jacking block missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and badly bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,432 miles (+7,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    119,432 miles
    Test number
    930487358355
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s suspension.
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass111,750 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,750 miles
    Test number
    454838932930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,678 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    109,678 miles
    Test number
    804379568420
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill jacking block missing

  4. Fail109,661 miles (+2,925)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,661 miles
    Test number
    541421528983
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill jacking block missing

  5. Pass106,736 miles (+2,196)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    106,736 miles
    Test number
    655715730519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,540 miles (+3,026)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,540 miles
    Test number
    356508186792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,514 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,514 miles
    Test number
    388167192270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wiper splits

  8. Fail101,514 miles (+3,457)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,514 miles
    Test number
    237445536423
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wiper splits

  9. Pass98,057 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,057 miles
    Test number
    425429648558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,018 miles (+5,332)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    98,018 miles
    Test number
    247102107990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,686 miles (+126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    92,686 miles
    Test number
    266979156281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and badly bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  12. Fail92,560 miles (+7,141)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,560 miles
    Test number
    906077607851
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge 225 45r17 r/flat (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and badly bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and badly bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  13. Pass85,419 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,419 miles
    Test number
    777345002386
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipping

  14. Fail85,419 miles (+8,040)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,419 miles
    Test number
    961782085796
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipping

  15. Pass77,379 miles (+7,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,379 miles
    Test number
    586670732769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass69,965 miles (+9,267)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,965 miles
    Test number
    545292114371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTYRE SIZE 225/45/17 RUNFLAT

  17. Pass60,698 miles (+13,746)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,698 miles
    Test number
    857447083264
    • 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
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass46,952 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    46,952 miles
    Test number
    188404812374
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about K88 DPG

Does K88 DPG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 DPG is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 DPG?
The MOT on K88 DPG is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 DPG done?
K88 DPG was recorded at 119,432 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 5,480 miles a year.
Has K88 DPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 DPG has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on K88 DPG 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 DPG find?
K88 DPG passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: slight play in o/s suspension.; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear.

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