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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S88 GSCMOT history

S88 GSC is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 143,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

S88 GSC silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
143,024 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 GSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 GSC was last recorded at 143,024 miles on 1 May 2026, 12,417 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,607 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
12,417 miles
Average per year
8,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,024 miles
  • 2025 – 130,607 miles
  • 2024 – 116,996 miles
  • 2023 – 100,115 miles
  • 2022 – 90,479 miles
  • 2021 – 82,111 miles
  • 2020 – 70,914 miles
  • 2019 – 56,634 miles
  • 2018 – 51,165 miles
  • 2017 – 46,101 miles
  • 2016 – 38,431 miles
  • 2015 – 35,636 miles
  • 2014 – 30,451 miles
  • 2013 – 24,257 miles
  • 2012 – 19,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,024 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,024 miles (+12,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    143,024 miles
    Test number
    454426935998
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Pass130,607 miles (+13,611)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    130,607 miles
    Test number
    964119651611
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in rack end
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass116,996 miles (+16,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    116,996 miles
    Test number
    543220259031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass100,115 miles (+9,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,115 miles
    Test number
    921993315666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass90,479 miles (+8,368)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,479 miles
    Test number
    217554794235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    227317075781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,111 miles (+2,168)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    746327390223
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass79,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,943 miles
    Test number
    897124257311
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Fail79,943 miles (+9,029)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,943 miles
    Test number
    236926023081
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted calliper clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass70,914 miles (+14,280)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,914 miles
    Test number
    850677505610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,634 miles (+5,469)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    56,634 miles
    Test number
    243886993316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,165 miles (+5,064)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    51,165 miles
    Test number
    199996860023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,101 miles (+7,670)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,101 miles
    Test number
    228108546686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,431 miles (+2,795)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    38,431 miles
    Test number
    105837388386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail35,636 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,636 miles
    Test number
    458918165157
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/S/R O/S/R Tyres Worn on Inside Edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass35,636 miles (+5,185)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,636 miles
    Test number
    516738565163
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/S/R O/S/R Tyres Worn on Inside Edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass30,451 miles (+6,194)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,451 miles
    Test number
    359192664173
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass24,257 miles (+4,556)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    24,257 miles
    Test number
    259312783152
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass19,701 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    19,701 miles
    Test number
    858416762102
    • NoteLow emitter
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Questions about S88 GSC

Does S88 GSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 GSC is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 GSC?
The MOT on S88 GSC is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 GSC done?
S88 GSC was recorded at 143,024 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 8,886 miles a year.
Has S88 GSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 GSC has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2021.
Has the mileage on S88 GSC 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 GSC find?
S88 GSC passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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