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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

K88 GLVMOT history

K88 GLV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 133,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

K88 GLV grey 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 Jun 2027
Mileage
133,909 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 GLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 GLV was last recorded at 133,909 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,877 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
8,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,909 miles
  • 2025 – 123,740 miles
  • 2024 – 112,421 miles
  • 2023 – 103,883 miles
  • 2022 – 92,836 miles
  • 2021 – 85,724 miles
  • 2020 – 80,903 miles
  • 2019 – 76,499 miles
  • 2018 – 72,575 miles
  • 2017 – 60,562 miles
  • 2016 – 49,264 miles
  • 2015 – 40,380 miles
  • 2014 – 29,800 miles
  • 2013 – 20,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,909 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,909 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    133,909 miles
    Test number
    442769191780
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail133,877 miles (+10,137)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,877 miles
    Test number
    574258333651
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch cannot be operated from the normal driving position (4.2.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass123,740 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    123,740 miles
    Test number
    149083755503
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail123,739 miles (+11,318)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,739 miles
    Test number
    510336271062
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit (1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,421 miles (+8,538)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    112,421 miles
    Test number
    780419665743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,883 miles (+11,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    103,883 miles
    Test number
    245144622228
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass92,836 miles (+7,112)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,836 miles
    Test number
    616404546660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,724 miles (+4,821)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,724 miles
    Test number
    638352982453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,903 miles (+4,404)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,903 miles
    Test number
    576663534528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,499 miles (+3,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,499 miles
    Test number
    348470875718
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass72,575 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    72,575 miles
    Test number
    171731905084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear gear box mounting defective

  12. Fail72,575 miles (+12,013)4 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,575 miles
    Test number
    806542426869
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGear box mounting defective rear

  13. Pass60,562 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    126765466939
    • Advisory0 opacity reading at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Base (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Base (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail60,562 miles (+11,298)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    362568364685
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Advisory0 opacity reading at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Base (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Base (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass49,264 miles (+8,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    49,264 miles
    Test number
    702412676531
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass40,380 miles (+10,580)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    40,380 miles
    Test number
    760111658308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,800 miles (+9,246)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    29,800 miles
    Test number
    829822424391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    20,554 miles
    Test number
    857665123342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 GLV

Does K88 GLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 GLV is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 GLV?
The MOT on K88 GLV is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 GLV done?
K88 GLV was recorded at 133,909 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 8,991 miles a year.
Has K88 GLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 GLV has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K88 GLV 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 GLV find?
K88 GLV passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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