The road tax status for M288 KFJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for M288 KFJ?

The MOT for M288 KFJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of M288 KFJ?

The recorded mileage for M288 KFJ is 96,041 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is M288 KFJ ULEZ compliant?

No, M288 KFJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1995 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · M288 KFJ

M288 KFJ

1995 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 13/01/1995. Recorded mileage 96,041 miles. MOT valid until 12/04/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 1995 · Manchester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 12/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 96,041 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 96,041 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1995
Engine: 2494cc

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M288 KFJ Key Findings

8 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2026
96,041 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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M288 KFJ Mileage History

17/01/200687,414 mi
04/01/200790,690 mi+3,276 mi
06/01/200790,692 mi+2 mi
18/01/200894,153 mi+3,461 mi
22/07/202295,950 mi+1,797 mi
19/07/202395,988 mi+38 mi
31/03/202696,040 mi+52 mi
14/04/202696,041 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 426 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.

M288 KFJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 21:18

MOT Analysis

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8 MOT tests are recorded for this 1995 BMW 3 Series (M288 KFJ) between January 2006 and April 2026.

The record contains 6 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 14 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”.

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