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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,497 cc

T88 ECBMOT history

T88 ECB is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
162,610 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 ECB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 ECB was last recorded at 162,610 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 3,581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,029 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,581 miles
Average per year
7,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,610 miles
  • 2025 – 159,029 miles
  • 2024 – 155,161 miles
  • 2023 – 149,644 miles
  • 2022 – 142,718 miles
  • 2021 – 133,855 miles
  • 2020 – 127,377 miles
  • 2019 – 124,471 miles
  • 2018 – 110,561 miles
  • 2017 – 88,649 miles
  • 2016 – 73,062 miles
  • 2015 – 68,600 miles
  • 2014 – 63,161 miles
  • 2013 – 57,940 miles
  • 2012 – 53,743 miles
  • 2011 – 48,180 miles
  • 2010 – 43,873 miles
  • 2009 – 35,955 miles
  • 2008 – 30,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,610 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated rear pad wire

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,610 miles (+3,581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    162,610 miles
    Test number
    760407022428
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass159,029 miles (+3,868)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    159,029 miles
    Test number
    615335467002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass155,161 miles (+5,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    155,161 miles
    Test number
    320226421895
    • 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))

  4. Pass149,644 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    149,644 miles
    Test number
    993668938199
    • 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))

  5. Fail149,644 miles (+6,926)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,644 miles
    Test number
    125614522088
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  6. Pass142,718 miles (+240)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    142,718 miles
    Test number
    183989941550
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated rear pad wire (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail142,478 miles (+8,623)1 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,478 miles
    Test number
    407405626718
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated rear pad wire (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass133,855 miles (+222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    133,855 miles
    Test number
    257713595374
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail133,633 miles (+6,256)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,633 miles
    Test number
    630262025848
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass127,377 miles (+2,906)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,377 miles
    Test number
    355443356880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass124,471 miles (+13,910)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    124,471 miles
    Test number
    482695747084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,561 miles (+21,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,561 miles
    Test number
    951671140051
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted obstructing components

  13. Pass88,649 miles (+15,587)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,649 miles
    Test number
    129819124959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,062 miles
    Test number
    892549299940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,062 miles (+4,462)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,062 miles
    Test number
    711201366641
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass68,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,600 miles
    Test number
    749444519937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,599 miles (+5,438)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,599 miles
    Test number
    168291444582
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

  18. Fail63,161 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,161 miles
    Test number
    575939634230
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass63,161 miles (+5,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    63,161 miles
    Test number
    835609934214
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass57,940 miles (+4,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    57,940 miles
    Test number
    575374833212
    • 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)

  21. Pass53,743 miles (+5,563)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,743 miles
    Test number
    326795032432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,180 miles (+4,307)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,180 miles
    Test number
    578710251268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,873 miles (+7,918)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,873 miles
    Test number
    851987450258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,955 miles (+5,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,955 miles
    Test number
    551962559236
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass30,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,074 miles
    Test number
    283688248245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T88 ECB

Does T88 ECB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T88 ECB is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T88 ECB?
The MOT on T88 ECB is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T88 ECB done?
T88 ECB was recorded at 162,610 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 7,367 miles a year.
Has T88 ECB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 ECB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T88 ECB 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 ECB find?
T88 ECB passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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