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BMW 118

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

K88 URCMOT history

K88 URC is a black petrol BMW 118 first used on 15 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,143 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 URC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 URC was last recorded at 116,143 miles on 14 Feb 2026, 5,737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,406 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,737 miles
Average per year
6,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,143 miles
  • 2025 – 110,406 miles
  • 2024 – 106,479 miles
  • 2023 – 101,929 miles
  • 2022 – 94,345 miles
  • 2021 – 76,357 miles
  • 2020 – 67,228 miles
  • 2019 – 58,039 miles
  • 2018 – 49,584 miles
  • 2017 – 45,073 miles
  • 2016 – 41,739 miles
  • 2015 – 38,156 miles
  • 2014 – 33,762 miles
  • 2012 – 26,922 miles
  • 2011 – 18,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,143 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi crack and rear Axle noise (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Central O S Body damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,143 miles (+5,737)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,143 miles
    Test number
    136891793122
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi crack and rear Axle noise (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,406 miles (+3,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    110,406 miles
    Test number
    646522906475
    • AdvisoryFront tyre pressure light on

  3. Pass106,479 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    106,479 miles
    Test number
    294666625587
    • AdvisoryCentral O S Body damage

  4. Fail106,477 miles (+4,548)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,477 miles
    Test number
    853496621710
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and crack inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral O S Body damage

  5. Pass101,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,929 miles
    Test number
    713272560436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,929 miles (+7,584)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,929 miles
    Test number
    156937270556
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  7. Pass94,345 miles (+17,988)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    94,345 miles
    Test number
    705963204343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,357 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,357 miles
    Test number
    367989921381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,286 miles (+9,058)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,286 miles
    Test number
    724228621259
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225 45 17 rft (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass67,228 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    67,228 miles
    Test number
    725742690828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail67,228 miles (+9,189)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,228 miles
    Test number
    689153832551
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 45 17rf (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 45 17rf (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass58,039 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    58,039 miles
    Test number
    318631435149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are low

  13. Fail58,028 miles (+8,444)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,028 miles
    Test number
    946217082429
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are low

  14. Pass49,584 miles (+4,511)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,584 miles
    Test number
    841007443210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre low on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass45,073 miles (+3,334)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    45,073 miles
    Test number
    207893126848
    • DangerousRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

  16. Pass41,739 miles (+3,583)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,739 miles
    Test number
    895927777827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,156 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,156 miles
    Test number
    118770905145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass38,156 miles (+4,394)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    38,156 miles
    Test number
    188620205116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,762 miles (+6,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,762 miles
    Test number
    126090594073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass26,922 miles (+8,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    26,922 miles
    Test number
    499680702441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass18,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    18,829 miles
    Test number
    178053371214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 URC

Does K88 URC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 URC is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 URC?
The MOT on K88 URC is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 URC done?
K88 URC was recorded at 116,143 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2026, an average of 6,769 miles a year.
Has K88 URC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 URC has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on K88 URC 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 URC find?
K88 URC passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi crack and rear axle noise; front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side.

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