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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

T88 MCTMOT history

T88 MCT is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 76,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2023
Mileage
76,784 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2022
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 MCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 MCT was last recorded at 76,784 miles on 21 Oct 2022, 149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jun 2014: 58,900 miles, lower than 58,995 miles on 12 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
76,635 miles · 14 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
149 miles
Average per year
3,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 76,784 miles
  • 2021 – 72,754 miles
  • 2017 – 68,130 miles
  • 2016 – 65,776 miles
  • 2015 – 62,639 miles
  • 2014 – 58,900 miles
  • 2013 – 58,995 miles
  • 2011 – 48,832 miles
  • 2010 – 44,960 miles
  • 2009 – 33,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,784 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,784 miles (+149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,784 miles
    Test number
    829026505175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail76,635 miles (+3,881)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,635 miles
    Test number
    611658731923
    • MajorFuel system component leaking tank area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,754 miles (+4,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,754 miles
    Test number
    680268096265
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass68,130 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,130 miles
    Test number
    808779268832
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking within tread -205/55 r16 91V
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  5. Fail68,130 miles (+2,354)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,130 miles
    Test number
    863303920185
    • FailureOffside Rear Additional braking device wiring not secure (3.6.I.5)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking within tread -205/55 r16 91V
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass65,776 miles (+3,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,776 miles
    Test number
    658729067804
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  7. Pass62,639 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,639 miles
    Test number
    689255655124
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  8. Fail62,639 miles (+3,739)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,639 miles
    Test number
    585015855121
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  9. Pass58,900 miles (-95)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,900 miles
    Test number
    217402064433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail58,995 miles (+10,163)2 failures4 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,995 miles
    Test number
    105863893160
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre low and worn on edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on edges
    • NoteParking sticker on windscreen
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  11. Pass48,832 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,832 miles
    Test number
    268531731457
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail48,830 miles (+3,870)1 dangerous5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,830 miles
    Test number
    139610731180
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass44,960 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,960 miles
    Test number
    920051360062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail44,952 miles (+11,711)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,952 miles
    Test number
    731607350075
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass33,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    33,241 miles
    Test number
    104182009401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,241 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,241 miles
    Test number
    753622809099
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T88 MCT

Does T88 MCT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T88 MCT expired on 21 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T88 MCT?
The MOT on T88 MCT expired on 21 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T88 MCT done?
T88 MCT was recorded at 76,784 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2022, an average of 3,156 miles a year.
Has T88 MCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 MCT has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T88 MCT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T88 MCT find?
T88 MCT passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear nail in tyre; oil leak, but not excessive.

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