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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

T88 TEXMOT history

T88 TEX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
117,419 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 TEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 TEX was last recorded at 117,419 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 10,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,911 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,508 miles
Average per year
5,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,419 miles
  • 2025 – 106,911 miles
  • 2024 – 106,368 miles
  • 2023 – 105,493 miles
  • 2022 – 103,762 miles
  • 2021 – 101,202 miles
  • 2020 – 96,987 miles
  • 2019 – 88,347 miles
  • 2018 – 80,082 miles
  • 2017 – 72,028 miles
  • 2016 – 67,145 miles
  • 2015 – 58,102 miles
  • 2014 – 49,740 miles
  • 2013 – 41,674 miles
  • 2012 – 37,704 miles
  • 2011 – 33,395 miles
  • 2010 – 29,722 miles
  • 2009 – 25,341 miles
  • 2008 – 21,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,419 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,419 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    117,419 miles
    Test number
    804468877510
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail117,419 miles (+10,508)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,419 miles
    Test number
    182801811392
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,911 miles (+543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    106,911 miles
    Test number
    385128253641
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass106,368 miles (+875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    106,368 miles
    Test number
    873002133005
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass105,493 miles (+1,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    105,493 miles
    Test number
    672761132377
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass103,762 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    103,762 miles
    Test number
    382198549070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,202 miles (+4,215)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    101,202 miles
    Test number
    897067227035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass96,987 miles (+8,640)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    96,987 miles
    Test number
    355149416259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,347 miles (+8,265)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,347 miles
    Test number
    704490502944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,082 miles (+8,054)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,082 miles
    Test number
    498248946400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,028 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    72,028 miles
    Test number
    594292878309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,027 miles (+4,882)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,027 miles
    Test number
    480453004268
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass67,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,145 miles
    Test number
    600823313833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,103 miles (+9,001)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,103 miles
    Test number
    694624872642
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass58,102 miles (+8,362)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    58,102 miles
    Test number
    179746985433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,740 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,740 miles
    Test number
    219954394097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,738 miles (+8,064)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,738 miles
    Test number
    359763694011
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass41,674 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,674 miles
    Test number
    589611463058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,704 miles (+4,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,704 miles
    Test number
    686847462018
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass33,395 miles (+3,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,395 miles
    Test number
    697662041098
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass29,722 miles (+4,381)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,722 miles
    Test number
    854638040048
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOuter door handles sticking

  22. Pass25,341 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,341 miles
    Test number
    954670459049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,316 miles (+3,878)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,316 miles
    Test number
    170137549036
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass21,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,438 miles
    Test number
    894801568089
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T88 TEX

Does T88 TEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T88 TEX is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T88 TEX?
The MOT on T88 TEX is valid until 6 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 TEX done?
T88 TEX was recorded at 117,419 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 5,207 miles a year.
Has T88 TEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 TEX has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T88 TEX 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 TEX find?
T88 TEX passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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