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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

S88 GMLMOT history

S88 GML is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 160,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

S88 GML 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 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
160,019 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 GML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 GML was last recorded at 160,019 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,015 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,019 miles
  • 2025 – 154,706 miles
  • 2024 – 152,088 miles
  • 2023 – 143,511 miles
  • 2022 – 127,216 miles
  • 2021 – 119,409 miles
  • 2020 – 112,896 miles
  • 2019 – 105,676 miles
  • 2018 – 100,507 miles
  • 2017 – 93,512 miles
  • 2016 – 86,809 miles
  • 2015 – 77,345 miles
  • 2014 – 66,621 miles
  • 2013 – 56,122 miles
  • 2012 – 54,061 miles
  • 2011 – 48,771 miles
  • 2010 – 39,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,019 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Front Bonnet release in cabin needs pliers to operate.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer ball joint cover.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front mounting bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror lens cracked.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S & N/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,019 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    160,019 miles
    Test number
    125472449138
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail160,015 miles (+5,309)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,015 miles
    Test number
    601664503643
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm bushes n/s and o/s (front most arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Radius arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Subframe to calliper flexis n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken N/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper inner bush n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass154,706 miles (+26)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    154,706 miles
    Test number
    994670210370
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer ball joint cover. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror lens cracked. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet release in cabin needs pliers to operate.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front mounting bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,680 miles (+2,592)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,680 miles
    Test number
    738628313045
    • MajorNearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer ball joint cover. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror lens cracked. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet release in cabin needs pliers to operate.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front mounting bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,088 miles (+223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    152,088 miles
    Test number
    288607111521
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail151,865 miles (+8,354)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,865 miles
    Test number
    554076174256
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass143,511 miles (+16,295)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    143,511 miles
    Test number
    956335345645
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,216 miles (+7,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    127,216 miles
    Test number
    442572669155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass119,409 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,409 miles
    Test number
    748555216153
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail119,409 miles (+6,513)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,409 miles
    Test number
    999446592359
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass112,896 miles (+7,220)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,896 miles
    Test number
    426352219859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,676 miles (+5,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,676 miles
    Test number
    931104278946
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass100,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    100,507 miles
    Test number
    369638688005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,507 miles (+6,995)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,507 miles
    Test number
    807038286943
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  15. Pass93,512 miles (+6,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    93,512 miles
    Test number
    186788933803
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just passed efficiency test - adjustment required

  16. Pass86,809 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    86,809 miles
    Test number
    512710807135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail86,802 miles (+9,457)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,802 miles
    Test number
    402312967901
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Almost on limit (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass77,345 miles (+10,724)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,345 miles
    Test number
    158696608070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,621 miles (+10,499)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,621 miles
    Test number
    695994744252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    56,122 miles
    Test number
    198976803218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,122 miles (+2,061)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,122 miles
    Test number
    299266803269
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has small split on inner sidewall

  22. Pass54,061 miles (+5,290)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    54,061 miles
    Test number
    337568642279
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass48,771 miles (+9,092)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,771 miles
    Test number
    879481851247
    • NoteUndertrays fitted.

  24. Pass39,679 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    39,679 miles
    Test number
    263105470129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,664 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,664 miles
    Test number
    760224870192
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S88 GML

Does S88 GML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 GML is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 GML?
The MOT on S88 GML is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 GML done?
S88 GML was recorded at 160,019 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 7,379 miles a year.
Has S88 GML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 GML has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S88 GML 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 S88 GML find?
S88 GML passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s.

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