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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S88 SPHMOT history

S88 SPH is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 28 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 104,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
104,423 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 SPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 SPH was last recorded at 104,423 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 8,029 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,394 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,029 miles
Average per year
5,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,423 miles
  • 2025 – 96,394 miles
  • 2024 – 87,840 miles
  • 2023 – 79,670 miles
  • 2022 – 69,333 miles
  • 2021 – 60,294 miles
  • 2020 – 56,236 miles
  • 2019 – 55,250 miles
  • 2018 – 53,287 miles
  • 2017 – 49,803 miles
  • 2016 – 44,843 miles
  • 2015 – 37,608 miles
  • 2014 – 31,445 miles
  • 2013 – 25,635 miles
  • 2012 – 20,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,423 miles
  • MinorRear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Rear rubber bush (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Close to fail - fluid leaking beyond spring cup but not excessively (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking/hand brake warning indicator stays illuminated permanently
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system indicates a malfunction or deflated tyre

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.

  • Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view circular crack

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tpms light showing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,423 miles (+8,029)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    104,423 miles
    Test number
    168857136997
    • MinorRear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Rear rubber bush (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Close to fail - fluid leaking beyond spring cup but not excessively (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking/hand brake warning indicator stays illuminated permanently
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system indicates a malfunction or deflated tyre

  2. Pass96,394 miles (+44)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    96,394 miles
    Test number
    257749197001
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view circular crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTpms light showing

  3. Fail96,350 miles (+8,510)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,350 miles
    Test number
    977235909872
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view circular crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTpms light showing

  4. Pass87,840 miles (+8,170)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    87,840 miles
    Test number
    529397469062
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass79,670 miles (+10,337)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,670 miles
    Test number
    969132127028
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass69,333 miles (+9,039)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    810533297707
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass60,294 miles (+4,058)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    60,294 miles
    Test number
    710949757629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,236 miles (+986)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    56,236 miles
    Test number
    675668346520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,250 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,250 miles
    Test number
    953017010419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,287 miles (+3,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,287 miles
    Test number
    129750271530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass49,803 miles (+4,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    49,803 miles
    Test number
    914232451511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass44,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    44,843 miles
    Test number
    968215917846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit starting to wear low on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn bald on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail44,843 miles (+7,235)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,843 miles
    Test number
    912821410514
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit starting to wear low on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn bald on outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass37,608 miles (+6,163)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    37,608 miles
    Test number
    987043215014
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass31,445 miles (+5,810)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    31,445 miles
    Test number
    797813014002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,635 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    25,635 miles
    Test number
    138664613459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,201 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    20,201 miles
    Test number
    126156622476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are badly cracked

Questions about S88 SPH

Does S88 SPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 SPH is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 SPH?
The MOT on S88 SPH is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 SPH done?
S88 SPH was recorded at 104,423 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 5,980 miles a year.
Has S88 SPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 SPH has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S88 SPH 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 SPH find?
S88 SPH passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: rear prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated rear rubber bush; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil close to fail - fluid leaking beyond spring cup but not excessively, and 3 more.

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