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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

S88 RYXMOT history

S88 RYX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

S88 RYX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2026
Mileage
132,031 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 RYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 RYX was last recorded at 132,031 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 4,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,495 miles · 20 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
4,536 miles
Average per year
6,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,031 miles
  • 2024 – 127,495 miles
  • 2023 – 124,227 miles
  • 2022 – 118,259 miles
  • 2021 – 115,371 miles
  • 2019 – 114,007 miles
  • 2018 – 108,864 miles
  • 2017 – 104,827 miles
  • 2016 – 95,716 miles
  • 2015 – 85,444 miles
  • 2014 – 73,710 miles
  • 2013 – 57,577 miles
  • 2012 – 44,659 miles
  • 2011 – 34,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,031 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,031 miles (+4,536)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    132,031 miles
    Test number
    548265757654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass127,495 miles (+3,268)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    127,495 miles
    Test number
    699569414533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass124,227 miles (+5,968)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    124,227 miles
    Test number
    226507967424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,259 miles (+2,888)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    118,259 miles
    Test number
    793992889512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,371 miles
    Test number
    953722928643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,371 miles (+1,364)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,371 miles
    Test number
    949038632875
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

  7. Pass114,007 miles (+5,143)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,007 miles
    Test number
    909544595211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,864 miles (+4,037)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    108,864 miles
    Test number
    298890867706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,827 miles (+9,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    104,827 miles
    Test number
    419610458194
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass95,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,716 miles
    Test number
    418930088340
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail95,716 miles (+10,272)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,716 miles
    Test number
    590027201428
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have uneven wear

  12. Pass85,444 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,444 miles
    Test number
    469491565106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner edge to 0mm also starting to crack on side wall
    • NoteO/s/r shocker bump stop and cover in poor state

  13. Fail85,444 miles (+11,734)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,444 miles
    Test number
    856930265103
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner edge to 0mm also starting to crack on side wall
    • NoteO/s/r shocker bump stop and cover in poor state

  14. Pass73,710 miles (+37)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,710 miles
    Test number
    999219284146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsf plastic wing cracked

  15. Fail73,673 miles (+16,096)1 dangerous3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,673 miles
    Test number
    879307284116
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsf plastic wing cracked

  16. Pass57,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,577 miles
    Test number
    638259663136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,576 miles (+12,917)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,576 miles
    Test number
    986319663122
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass44,659 miles (+10,043)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,659 miles
    Test number
    845248452183
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass34,616 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    34,616 miles
    Test number
    788442651182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,615 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,615 miles
    Test number
    617681151170
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S88 RYX

Does S88 RYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S88 RYX expired on 10 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S88 RYX?
The MOT on S88 RYX expired on 10 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S88 RYX done?
S88 RYX was recorded at 132,031 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 6,820 miles a year.
Has S88 RYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 RYX has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on S88 RYX 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 RYX find?
S88 RYX passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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