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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,926 cc

C6 RYMMOT history

C6 RYM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

C6 RYM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
122,088 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 RYM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 RYM was last recorded at 122,088 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,088 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,088 miles
  • 2025 – 119,583 miles
  • 2024 – 114,601 miles
  • 2023 – 111,116 miles
  • 2022 – 105,974 miles
  • 2021 – 102,282 miles
  • 2020 – 100,723 miles
  • 2019 – 97,276 miles
  • 2018 – 91,051 miles
  • 2017 – 79,780 miles
  • 2016 – 68,140 miles
  • 2015 – 60,649 miles
  • 2014 – 50,654 miles
  • 2013 – 42,107 miles
  • 2012 – 33,504 miles
  • 2011 – 25,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,088 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Road wheel fractured

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside front tyre wearing on both edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,088 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    122,088 miles
    Test number
    758433057299
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail122,088 miles (+2,505)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,088 miles
    Test number
    183874182798
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass119,583 miles (+4,982)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    119,583 miles
    Test number
    492666176234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    114,601 miles
    Test number
    339299565438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail114,601 miles (+3,485)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,601 miles
    Test number
    767828949109
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass111,116 miles (+5,142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    111,116 miles
    Test number
    355051310131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass105,974 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,974 miles
    Test number
    414398499151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail105,968 miles (+3,686)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,968 miles
    Test number
    603690814894
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass102,282 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    102,282 miles
    Test number
    896816471477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on both edges

  10. Fail102,282 miles (+1,559)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,282 miles
    Test number
    367548795611
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on both edges

  11. Pass100,723 miles (+3,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,723 miles
    Test number
    580745161869
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass97,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,276 miles
    Test number
    284907373580
    • Advisory2 lights not working inner headlamps
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front worn on both edges - inner sidewall badly damaged, has been run flat
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edge - nearside bald

  13. Fail97,276 miles (+6,225)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,276 miles
    Test number
    386046833894
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Advisory2 lights not working inner headlamps
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front worn on both edges - inner sidewall badly damaged, has been run flat
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edge - nearside bald

  14. Pass91,051 miles (+11,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    91,051 miles
    Test number
    175769452215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass79,780 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    79,780 miles
    Test number
    687678699666
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail79,765 miles (+11,625)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,765 miles
    Test number
    456644919873
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass68,140 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,140 miles
    Test number
    537316752218
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to register
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre side wall repair

  18. Fail68,134 miles (+7,485)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,134 miles
    Test number
    307524622900
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean for printout..rear pads low..o/s/r tyre cracked

  19. Pass60,649 miles (+9,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    60,649 miles
    Test number
    539682826935
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean for printout

  20. Pass50,654 miles (+8,547)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,654 miles
    Test number
    937573664251
    • NoteFront tyres wearing edges

  21. Pass42,107 miles (+8,603)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,107 miles
    Test number
    649270053239
    • NoteFront tyres wearing edges..rear tyres worn inner edges close too limits

  22. Pass33,504 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,504 miles
    Test number
    485769852200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,338 miles (+7,684)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,338 miles
    Test number
    889812752213
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES SIDE WEALL REPAIR, N/S/F TYRE WEARING ON OUTER EDGE, BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGE CLOSE TO LIMIT.

  24. Pass25,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    25,654 miles
    Test number
    365963961482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail25,641 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,641 miles
    Test number
    657233961248
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about C6 RYM

Does C6 RYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C6 RYM is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C6 RYM?
The MOT on C6 RYM is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C6 RYM done?
C6 RYM was recorded at 122,088 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 6,467 miles a year.
Has C6 RYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 RYM has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on C6 RYM 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 RYM find?
C6 RYM passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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