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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S88 TRCMOT history

S88 TRC is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 154,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2024.

S88 TRC white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Nov 2024
Mileage
154,782 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 TRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S88 TRC was last recorded at 154,782 miles on 19 Nov 2024, 7,686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,096 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
7,686 miles
Average per year
8,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 154,782 miles
  • 2023 – 147,096 miles
  • 2022 – 141,907 miles
  • 2021 – 134,970 miles
  • 2020 – 130,129 miles
  • 2019 – 121,190 miles
  • 2018 – 109,365 miles
  • 2017 – 98,689 miles
  • 2016 – 87,272 miles
  • 2015 – 79,922 miles
  • 2014 – 71,749 miles
  • 2013 – 62,349 miles
  • 2012 – 49,576 miles
  • 2011 – 36,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail154,782 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached top has become detatched ! (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure only one hanger connected and system has movement (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan above subframe and fuel tank corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

What MOT failures 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 subframe corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear tyre scrubbing on the inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail154,782 miles (+7,686)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,782 miles
    Test number
    716240331889
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached top has become detatched ! (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure only one hanger connected and system has movement (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan above subframe and fuel tank corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Pass147,096 miles (+5,189)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    147,096 miles
    Test number
    697629458655
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryTinted rear lights
  3. Pass141,907 miles (+59)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    141,907 miles
    Test number
    294469135348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre scrubbing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre scrubbing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  4. Fail141,848 miles (+6,878)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,848 miles
    Test number
    996031799474
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre scrubbing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre scrubbing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  5. Pass134,970 miles (+4,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    134,970 miles
    Test number
    955894486918
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass130,129 miles (+8,939)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    130,129 miles
    Test number
    141321762425
    • MinorRear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass121,190 miles (+58)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,190 miles
    Test number
    587845752012
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Fail121,132 miles (+11,767)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,132 miles
    Test number
    375298499813
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure Not located correctly in the bottom cup (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency low, it appears the system requires adjustment or repair soon. min. requirement is 16%, vehicle just passed at 17%.
  9. Pass109,365 miles (+10,676)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    109,365 miles
    Test number
    863964460659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,689 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,689 miles
    Test number
    411776603751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,661 miles (+11,389)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,661 miles
    Test number
    141328639041
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  12. Pass87,272 miles (+7,350)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    87,272 miles
    Test number
    887462524282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,922 miles (+8,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    79,922 miles
    Test number
    845651495108
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Pass71,749 miles (+9,400)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    71,749 miles
    Test number
    448378584137
    • NoteExhaust clamp cracked
  15. Pass62,349 miles (+12,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    62,349 miles
    Test number
    965717483149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass49,576 miles (+13,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,576 miles
    Test number
    328164892122
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass36,374 miles (+119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,374 miles
    Test number
    367918921466
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Fail36,255 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,255 miles
    Test number
    227627221265
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S88 TRC

Does S88 TRC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S88 TRC expired on 20 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S88 TRC?
The MOT on S88 TRC expired on 20 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S88 TRC done?
S88 TRC was recorded at 154,782 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2024, an average of 8,935 miles a year.
Has S88 TRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 TRC has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S88 TRC 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 TRC find?
S88 TRC failed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers likely to become detached top has become detatched !; exhaust system insecure only one hanger connected and system has movement; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 11 more.

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