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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

S88 MMTMOT history

S88 MMT is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 77,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

S88 MMT black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,645 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 MMT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 MMT was last recorded at 77,645 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,626 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
2,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,645 miles
  • 2025 – 76,597 miles
  • 2023 – 73,746 miles
  • 2022 – 70,559 miles
  • 2021 – 69,702 miles
  • 2020 – 68,809 miles
  • 2019 – 68,078 miles
  • 2018 – 67,122 miles
  • 2017 – 66,455 miles
  • 2016 – 64,644 miles
  • 2015 – 57,784 miles
  • 2014 – 50,134 miles
  • 2013 – 46,197 miles
  • 2012 – 44,016 miles
  • 2011 – 40,906 miles
  • 2010 – 38,606 miles
  • 2009 – 36,490 miles
  • 2008 – 33,229 miles
  • 2007 – 25,837 miles
  • 2006 – 20,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,645 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,645 miles (+19)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,645 miles
    Test number
    253841212062
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail77,626 miles (+1,029)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,626 miles
    Test number
    186230640338
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,597 miles (+2,851)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    76,597 miles
    Test number
    106256559302
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass73,746 miles (+3,187)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    73,746 miles
    Test number
    336898270763
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass70,559 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    70,559 miles
    Test number
    676776795408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,541 miles (+839)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,541 miles
    Test number
    115290643816
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass69,702 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    69,702 miles
    Test number
    821581684735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,809 miles (+731)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,809 miles
    Test number
    174620215941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,078 miles (+956)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,078 miles
    Test number
    830068974566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,122 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    67,122 miles
    Test number
    507155012309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,455 miles (+43)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    66,455 miles
    Test number
    573727239337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail66,412 miles (+1,768)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,412 miles
    Test number
    234174091836
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass64,644 miles (+6,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    64,644 miles
    Test number
    541415441517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% only 75% illuminated (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres ,both worn edges

  14. Pass57,784 miles (+7,650)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    57,784 miles
    Test number
    519560463090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,134 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    50,134 miles
    Test number
    467187444458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,197 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    46,197 miles
    Test number
    697505953395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,130 miles (+2,114)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,130 miles
    Test number
    837958143372
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Fail44,016 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,016 miles
    Test number
    297267052334
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise replacement of front wipers ,but adequate for mot
    • NoteJoining clamps for exhaust back box corroded away, half missing.advise

  19. Pass44,016 miles (+3,110)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,016 miles
    Test number
    626107452391
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise replacement of front wipers ,but adequate for mot
    • NoteJoining clamps for exhaust back box corroded away, half missing.advise

  20. Pass40,906 miles (+2,300)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    40,906 miles
    Test number
    608056221361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass38,606 miles (+30)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    38,606 miles
    Test number
    454604550401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise front wipers worn
    • NoteRear discs lipped and scored

  22. Fail38,576 miles (+2,086)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,576 miles
    Test number
    944641330389
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise front wipers required
    • NoteRear discs lipped and scored advise replacment

  23. Pass36,490 miles (+3,261)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,490 miles
    Test number
    472938049387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,229 miles (+7,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,229 miles
    Test number
    392751348352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass25,837 miles (+5,658)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    25,837 miles
    Test number
    732367227375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,179 miles
    Test number
    523928726374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S88 MMT

Does S88 MMT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 MMT is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 MMT?
The MOT on S88 MMT is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 MMT done?
S88 MMT was recorded at 77,645 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 2,979 miles a year.
Has S88 MMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 MMT has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S88 MMT 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 MMT find?
S88 MMT passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper.

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