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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

C6 OBYMOT history

C6 OBY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

C6 OBY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
100,820 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 OBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 OBY was last recorded at 100,820 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 1,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,945 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,875 miles
Average per year
3,760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,820 miles
  • 2025 – 98,945 miles
  • 2024 – 95,879 miles
  • 2023 – 93,109 miles
  • 2022 – 90,345 miles
  • 2021 – 87,835 miles
  • 2019 – 84,910 miles
  • 2018 – 82,122 miles
  • 2017 – 79,412 miles
  • 2016 – 74,483 miles
  • 2015 – 68,909 miles
  • 2014 – 65,992 miles
  • 2013 – 62,280 miles
  • 2012 – 58,969 miles
  • 2011 – 52,941 miles
  • 2010 – 48,119 miles
  • 2009 – 43,952 miles
  • 2008 – 36,654 miles
  • 2007 – 30,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,820 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,820 miles (+1,875)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    100,820 miles
    Test number
    636916309702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,945 miles (+3,066)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    98,945 miles
    Test number
    925628589099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,879 miles (+2,770)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,879 miles
    Test number
    932297272197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,109 miles (+2,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,109 miles
    Test number
    630247634579
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor drain bung (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass90,345 miles (+2,510)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,345 miles
    Test number
    317547464986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,835 miles (+2,925)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,835 miles
    Test number
    667115398808
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted covering testable items

  7. Pass84,910 miles (+2,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,910 miles
    Test number
    880260189462
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs on edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass82,122 miles (+2,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,122 miles
    Test number
    507129595283
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded on edges

  9. Pass79,412 miles (+4,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,412 miles
    Test number
    900296564247
    • AdvisoryBoth off side plastic jacking mounts missing
    • AdvisoryCovers over outer sills

  10. Pass74,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,483 miles
    Test number
    229405298623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,483 miles (+5,574)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,483 miles
    Test number
    127288898616
    • DangerousOffside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  12. Pass68,909 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,909 miles
    Test number
    289714105254
    • NoteAll road wheels corroded on inner surface.

  13. Fail68,909 miles (+2,917)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,909 miles
    Test number
    636584005270
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • NoteAll road wheels corroded on inner surface.

  14. Pass65,992 miles (+3,712)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,992 miles
    Test number
    279175094493
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished on edge of outer side wall.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  15. Pass62,280 miles (+3,311)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    62,280 miles
    Test number
    317280813247
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlastic covers on outer sills
    • NotePlastic covers on underside of vehicle

  16. Pass58,969 miles (+6,028)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,969 miles
    Test number
    679909792154
    • NoteBoot lid release n/w on grip strip
    • NoteBoth o/s jacking blocks missing

  17. Pass52,941 miles (+4,822)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,941 miles
    Test number
    338933901214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,119 miles (+4,167)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    48,119 miles
    Test number
    690073190162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,952 miles (+7,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,952 miles
    Test number
    882698809266
    • NotePlastic covers on sill and under car

  20. Pass36,654 miles (+6,544)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,654 miles
    Test number
    530852898024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,110 miles
    Test number
    790984397031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C6 OBY

Does C6 OBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C6 OBY is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C6 OBY?
The MOT on C6 OBY is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C6 OBY done?
C6 OBY was recorded at 100,820 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 3,760 miles a year.
Has C6 OBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 OBY has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on C6 OBY 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 C6 OBY find?
C6 OBY passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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