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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,979 cc

T88 BMRMOT history

T88 BMR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 137,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2024
Mileage
137,698 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 BMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 BMR was last recorded at 137,698 miles on 27 Jan 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,694 miles · 26 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
9,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,698 miles
  • 2019 – 134,915 miles
  • 2018 – 127,185 miles
  • 2017 – 117,838 miles
  • 2016 – 106,639 miles
  • 2015 – 87,365 miles
  • 2014 – 70,968 miles
  • 2013 – 64,975 miles
  • 2012 – 49,218 miles
  • 2011 – 32,716 miles
  • 2010 – 17,294 miles
  • 2009 – 14,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,698 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,698 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    137,698 miles
    Test number
    661845210102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail137,694 miles (+2,779)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,694 miles
    Test number
    672411356867
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,915 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    134,915 miles
    Test number
    992191384893
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail134,914 miles (+7,729)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,914 miles
    Test number
    406257806491
    • 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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass127,185 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,185 miles
    Test number
    998995012604
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  6. Fail127,184 miles (+9,346)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,184 miles
    Test number
    237813035505
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Pass117,838 miles (+11,199)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    117,838 miles
    Test number
    221308285955
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER AND EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER AND OUTER (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass106,639 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    106,639 miles
    Test number
    676820537831
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Fail106,625 miles (+19,260)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,625 miles
    Test number
    603405856232
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass87,365 miles (+16,397)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    87,365 miles
    Test number
    739163505131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,968 miles (+5,993)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,968 miles
    Test number
    327424094061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,975 miles (+15,757)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,975 miles
    Test number
    249457763241
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass49,218 miles (+16,502)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,218 miles
    Test number
    446146572290
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads wearing thin.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass32,716 miles (+389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,716 miles
    Test number
    495020971205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail32,327 miles (+15,033)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,327 miles
    Test number
    976413361282
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass17,294 miles (+2,391)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    17,294 miles
    Test number
    950398860244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    14,903 miles
    Test number
    323556569202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T88 BMR

Does T88 BMR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T88 BMR expired on 26 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T88 BMR?
The MOT on T88 BMR expired on 26 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T88 BMR done?
T88 BMR was recorded at 137,698 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2023, an average of 9,202 miles a year.
Has T88 BMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 BMR has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T88 BMR 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 T88 BMR find?
T88 BMR passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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