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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

T888 PTAMOT history

T888 PTA is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 141,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,126 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 PTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T888 PTA was last recorded at 141,126 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,094 miles · 9 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
6,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,126 miles
  • 2025 – 141,094 miles
  • 2024 – 133,284 miles
  • 2023 – 132,393 miles
  • 2022 – 131,102 miles
  • 2020 – 130,361 miles
  • 2019 – 124,324 miles
  • 2018 – 105,210 miles
  • 2017 – 102,782 miles
  • 2016 – 89,789 miles
  • 2014 – 78,452 miles
  • 2013 – 67,121 miles
  • 2012 – 62,801 miles
  • 2011 – 56,458 miles
  • 2010 – 51,377 miles
  • 2009 – 43,652 miles
  • 2008 – 38,308 miles
  • 2007 – 32,340 miles
  • 2006 – 23,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,126 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,126 miles (+32)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,126 miles
    Test number
    725324914940
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail141,094 miles (+7,810)8 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,094 miles
    Test number
    715357317186
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to corroded pipe- Risk of failure (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring missing (5.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Nearside not working- offside missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated All tyres!- offside front very low (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass133,284 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    133,284 miles
    Test number
    389045800700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,284 miles (+891)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,284 miles
    Test number
    676416445788
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,393 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    132,393 miles
    Test number
    939256892788
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail132,393 miles (+1,291)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,393 miles
    Test number
    141819647388
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass131,102 miles (+741)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    131,102 miles
    Test number
    395495282434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,361 miles (+6,037)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    130,361 miles
    Test number
    386742608707
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass124,324 miles (+172)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    124,324 miles
    Test number
    197522355708
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail124,152 miles (+18,942)1 dangerous2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,152 miles
    Test number
    911678573221
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass105,210 miles (+2,428)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    105,210 miles
    Test number
    266114918657
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass102,782 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    102,782 miles
    Test number
    939409541220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre punctured

  13. Fail102,736 miles (+12,947)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,736 miles
    Test number
    326322232027
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre punctured
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effort

  14. Pass89,789 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    89,789 miles
    Test number
    908495408344
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Fail89,756 miles (+11,304)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,756 miles
    Test number
    342090744519
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid x 2 (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x 2 (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Pass78,452 miles (+11,331)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    78,452 miles
    Test number
    848455444383
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass67,121 miles (+4,320)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,121 miles
    Test number
    425117233361
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass62,801 miles (+6,343)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    62,801 miles
    Test number
    678214162342
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre has sidewall damage

  19. Pass56,458 miles (+5,081)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,458 miles
    Test number
    309336171458
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteOffside/nearside front tyres wearing low

  20. Pass51,377 miles (+7,725)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,377 miles
    Test number
    431368570221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres spliting on inner side walls

  21. Pass43,652 miles (+5,344)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,652 miles
    Test number
    614513189194
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner edge

  22. Pass38,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    38,308 miles
    Test number
    490723688159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,308 miles (+5,968)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,308 miles
    Test number
    493772588104
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f + o/s/r inner tyre walls split

  24. Pass32,340 miles (+9,219)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    32,340 miles
    Test number
    232993487191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,121 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,121 miles
    Test number
    254882286481
    • NoteFr tyres worn
    • NoteRear btyres worn

Questions about T888 PTA

Does T888 PTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T888 PTA is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T888 PTA?
The MOT on T888 PTA is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T888 PTA done?
T888 PTA was recorded at 141,126 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 6,037 miles a year.
Has T888 PTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 PTA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T888 PTA 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 T888 PTA find?
T888 PTA passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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