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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

K88 ERCMOT history

K88 ERC is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 23 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 111,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
111,983 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 ERC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 ERC was last recorded at 111,983 miles on 6 May 2026, 4,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Apr 2018: 64,039 miles, lower than 64,309 miles on 5 Apr 2018.

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
107,370 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,613 miles
Average per year
6,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,983 miles
  • 2025 – 107,370 miles
  • 2024 – 104,288 miles
  • 2023 – 94,402 miles
  • 2022 – 89,484 miles
  • 2021 – 82,950 miles
  • 2020 – 77,859 miles
  • 2019 – 71,713 miles
  • 2018 – 64,039 miles
  • 2017 – 57,718 miles
  • 2016 – 49,852 miles
  • 2015 – 41,507 miles
  • 2014 – 34,274 miles
  • 2013 – 26,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,983 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear brake discs worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Hydraulic and Mechanical Components Upon Inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,983 miles (+4,613)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    111,983 miles
    Test number
    290953445632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass107,370 miles (+3,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    107,370 miles
    Test number
    413134862839
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light needs attention
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass104,288 miles (+9,886)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    104,288 miles
    Test number
    295858563908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,402 miles (+135)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2024
    Odometer
    94,402 miles
    Test number
    122297264841
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight damage to rear upper brake light lens
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Fail94,267 miles (+4,783)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,267 miles
    Test number
    225231633133
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Two small cuts to ply. Also going bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light High mounted stop lamp lens adrift (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Multiple cuts in tyre tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn very low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass89,484 miles (+6,534)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    89,484 miles
    Test number
    936000031808
    • AdvisoryDiesel test passed trigger point not met.
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light poor condition.
    • AdvisoryMultiple cuts in all tyre treads.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condition.

  7. Pass82,950 miles (+5,091)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    82,950 miles
    Test number
    294822295287
    • AdvisoryDeep cut o/s/f tyre outer edge.
    • AdvisoryDiesel test passed trigger point not met.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryRear indicator bulbs heavily faded recommend replacement .

  8. Pass77,859 miles (+6,146)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    77,859 miles
    Test number
    556907034032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock Absorber Bump Stop Incomplete
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp Shaft Rotor Flex Coupling Deteriorated Cracks Appearing Rear Joint
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass71,713 miles (+7,674)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,713 miles
    Test number
    562595614885
    • AdvisoryBonnet Release Hard To Open and re secure
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock Absorber Bump Stop Deteriorated and Cover Adrift
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Deteriorated (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass64,039 miles (-270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,039 miles
    Test number
    516469653333
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Hydraulic and Mechanical Components Upon Inspection

  11. Fail64,309 miles (+6,591)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,309 miles
    Test number
    370709925341
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre Worn On Inner Edge has a puncture
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Hydraulic and Mechanical Components Upon Inspection

  12. Pass57,718 miles (+7,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,718 miles
    Test number
    704974958755
    • AdvisoryFront number plate poor condtion
    • AdvisoryVery muddy under vehicle covering some componets

  13. Pass49,852 miles (+8,345)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    49,852 miles
    Test number
    922610892788
    • 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)

  14. Pass41,507 miles (+7,233)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,507 miles
    Test number
    487824785032
    • NoteNearside Front Tyre Worn On edge ( Run Flat Technology)

  15. Pass34,274 miles (+7,551)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,274 miles
    Test number
    929334904148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,723 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,723 miles
    Test number
    527795813195
    • NoteBoot damaged
    • NoteFront tyre worn on edges
    • NoteOffside sill cover and jacking pad damaged

Questions about K88 ERC

Does K88 ERC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 ERC is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 ERC?
The MOT on K88 ERC is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 ERC done?
K88 ERC was recorded at 111,983 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 6,544 miles a year.
Has K88 ERC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 ERC has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on K88 ERC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Apr 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K88 ERC find?
K88 ERC passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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