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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

T88 HBYMOT history

T88 HBY is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 122,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
122,256 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 HBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 HBY was last recorded at 122,256 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 4,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,251 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,005 miles
Average per year
7,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,256 miles
  • 2025 – 118,251 miles
  • 2024 – 114,581 miles
  • 2023 – 110,475 miles
  • 2022 – 105,224 miles
  • 2021 – 99,139 miles
  • 2020 – 94,070 miles
  • 2019 – 89,310 miles
  • 2018 – 79,709 miles
  • 2017 – 73,705 miles
  • 2016 – 67,921 miles
  • 2015 – 59,771 miles
  • 2014 – 46,025 miles
  • 2013 – 33,732 miles
  • 2012 – 21,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,256 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Body component damaged but not likely to cause injury

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,256 miles (+4,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    122,256 miles
    Test number
    971676486679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass118,251 miles (+3,670)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    118,251 miles
    Test number
    496800277388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,581 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    114,581 miles
    Test number
    656072552743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body component damaged but not likely to cause injury

  4. Fail114,555 miles (+4,080)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,555 miles
    Test number
    839027081802
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body component damaged but not likely to cause injury

  5. Pass110,475 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    110,475 miles
    Test number
    605072039109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,318 miles (+5,094)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,318 miles
    Test number
    814017997350
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass105,224 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,224 miles
    Test number
    608693214324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail105,214 miles (+6,075)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,214 miles
    Test number
    998555044252
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass99,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    99,139 miles
    Test number
    490646511105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,139 miles (+5,069)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,139 miles
    Test number
    928451620854
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass94,070 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,070 miles
    Test number
    400945097064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,998 miles (+4,688)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,998 miles
    Test number
    157508582353
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass89,310 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    89,310 miles
    Test number
    843256521536
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail89,309 miles (+9,600)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,309 miles
    Test number
    714252835519
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass79,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    79,709 miles
    Test number
    327546836251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,709 miles (+6,004)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,709 miles
    Test number
    656730114122
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront to centre exhaust clamp broken

  17. Pass73,705 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    73,705 miles
    Test number
    187800927114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail73,705 miles (+5,784)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,705 miles
    Test number
    770391023798
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass67,921 miles (+8,150)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    67,921 miles
    Test number
    471759507258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,771 miles (+13,746)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,771 miles
    Test number
    921252333192
    • AdvisoryEngine cover + Under tray fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass46,025 miles (+12,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,025 miles
    Test number
    888703984289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass33,732 miles (+12,713)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    33,732 miles
    Test number
    428263583245
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  23. Pass21,019 miles (+1,241)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    21,019 miles
    Test number
    545832292248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,778 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,778 miles
    Test number
    375044062171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T88 HBY

Does T88 HBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T88 HBY is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T88 HBY?
The MOT on T88 HBY is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T88 HBY done?
T88 HBY was recorded at 122,256 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 7,243 miles a year.
Has T88 HBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 HBY has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T88 HBY 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 HBY find?
T88 HBY passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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