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BMW 635

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S12 EMOMOT history

S12 EMO is a black diesel BMW 635 first used on 6 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2025 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 111,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2024.

S12 EMO black BMW 6 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 6 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2025
Mileage
111,880 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2024
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 EMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
635
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 EMO was last recorded at 111,880 miles on 22 Nov 2024, 7,691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,189 miles · 14 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
7,691 miles
Average per year
6,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,880 miles
  • 2023 – 104,189 miles
  • 2022 – 93,515 miles
  • 2021 – 84,484 miles
  • 2020 – 80,532 miles
  • 2019 – 75,177 miles
  • 2018 – 70,076 miles
  • 2017 – 66,296 miles
  • 2016 – 63,837 miles
  • 2015 – 59,150 miles
  • 2014 – 55,298 miles
  • 2013 – 49,318 miles
  • 2012 – 34,471 miles
  • 2011 – 24,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,880 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake

    Major2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,880 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,880 miles
    Test number
    719531954798
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail111,880 miles (+7,691)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,880 miles
    Test number
    899291584687
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass104,189 miles (+10,674)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    104,189 miles
    Test number
    532591642339
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass93,515 miles (+9,031)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    93,515 miles
    Test number
    423661697082
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass84,484 miles (+3,952)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    84,484 miles
    Test number
    994795132955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass80,532 miles (+5,355)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,532 miles
    Test number
    312148897515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,177 miles (+5,101)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,177 miles
    Test number
    503452641400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,076 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,076 miles
    Test number
    501325203180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,068 miles (+54)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    910229031960
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake (1.1.2 (a))
  10. Fail70,014 miles (+3,718)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,014 miles
    Test number
    248148432855
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to modified exhaust will get incorrect reading (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust has been modified (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass66,296 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    66,296 miles
    Test number
    365625302101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,837 miles (+4,687)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    63,837 miles
    Test number
    571455246373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,150 miles (+3,852)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    59,150 miles
    Test number
    295461792490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,298 miles (+5,980)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,298 miles
    Test number
    809079144370
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass49,318 miles (+14,847)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,318 miles
    Test number
    205390893414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,471 miles (+10,396)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,471 miles
    Test number
    318204042185
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
  17. Pass24,075 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,075 miles
    Test number
    888530231145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S12 EMO

Does S12 EMO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S12 EMO expired on 14 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S12 EMO?
The MOT on S12 EMO expired on 14 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S12 EMO done?
S12 EMO was recorded at 111,880 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2024, an average of 6,485 miles a year.
Has S12 EMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 EMO has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S12 EMO 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 S12 EMO find?
S12 EMO passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both misted; front oil leak, but not excessive; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both d bushes, and 7 more.

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