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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

S88 RUGMOT history

S88 RUG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

S88 RUG silver 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 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
162,730 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 RUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
13 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 RUG was last recorded at 162,730 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 2,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jul 2009: 7,648 miles, lower than 58,035 miles on 22 Jul 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
160,226 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,504 miles
Average per year
6,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,730 miles
  • 2024 – 160,226 miles
  • 2023 – 154,652 miles
  • 2022 – 150,855 miles
  • 2021 – 147,516 miles
  • 2020 – 143,154 miles
  • 2019 – 139,287 miles
  • 2018 – 133,585 miles
  • 2017 – 129,918 miles
  • 2016 – 123,512 miles
  • 2015 – 115,545 miles
  • 2014 – 107,778 miles
  • 2013 – 97,341 miles
  • 2012 – 89,879 miles
  • 2011 – 81,313 miles
  • 2010 – 77,477 miles
  • 2009 – 7,648 miles
  • 2008 – 58,035 miles
  • 2007 – 43,185 miles
  • 2006 – 30,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,730 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear floor pan corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to silencer fixing clamps heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear floor pan corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside outer sill corroded behind body kit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,730 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    162,730 miles
    Test number
    703399467695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass160,226 miles (+5,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    160,226 miles
    Test number
    449332614253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass154,652 miles (+3,797)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    154,652 miles
    Test number
    656998809725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass150,855 miles (+3,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    150,855 miles
    Test number
    333975016982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass147,516 miles (+4,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,516 miles
    Test number
    617333783982
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass143,154 miles (+3,867)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,154 miles
    Test number
    697033683412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,287 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    139,287 miles
    Test number
    227229422019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to silencer fixing clamps heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded behind body kit

  8. Fail139,287 miles (+5,702)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,287 miles
    Test number
    263175893464
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to silencer fixing clamps heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded behind body kit

  9. Pass133,585 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,585 miles
    Test number
    547367355076
    • 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))

  10. Fail133,585 miles (+3,667)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,585 miles
    Test number
    157894817255
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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))

  11. Pass129,918 miles (+6,406)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    129,918 miles
    Test number
    588135140454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,512 miles (+7,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    123,512 miles
    Test number
    430540750206
    • AdvisoryExhaust down pipes clamp nuts corroded.

  13. Pass115,545 miles (+7,767)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    115,545 miles
    Test number
    842921985543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,778 miles (+10,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    107,778 miles
    Test number
    668930994224
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass97,341 miles (+7,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    97,341 miles
    Test number
    337920893426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass89,879 miles (+8,566)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    89,879 miles
    Test number
    147366502273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,313 miles (+3,836)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,313 miles
    Test number
    808575891193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,477 miles
    Test number
    204114000206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,477 miles (+69,829)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,477 miles
    Test number
    270264000263
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass7,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    7,648 miles
    Test number
    533288409275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail7,648 miles (-50,387)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,648 miles
    Test number
    864554609265
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteThe o/srear brake pipe is starting to corrode the wear indicators are visible on the tyres

  22. Pass58,035 miles (+14,850)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,035 miles
    Test number
    364594108457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,185 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,185 miles
    Test number
    612405757111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,017 miles (+12,286)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,017 miles
    Test number
    362671357121
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass30,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    30,731 miles
    Test number
    741425846199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S88 RUG

Does S88 RUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 RUG is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S88 RUG?
The MOT on S88 RUG is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 RUG done?
S88 RUG was recorded at 162,730 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 6,758 miles a year.
Has S88 RUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 RUG has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on S88 RUG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S88 RUG find?
S88 RUG passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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