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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S6 AYBMOT history

S6 AYB is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 170,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

S6 AYB white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
170,376 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 AYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 AYB was last recorded at 170,376 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 11,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,362 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,014 miles
Average per year
9,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,376 miles
  • 2025 – 159,362 miles
  • 2024 – 148,195 miles
  • 2023 – 137,403 miles
  • 2022 – 126,401 miles
  • 2021 – 117,701 miles
  • 2020 – 110,031 miles
  • 2019 – 104,977 miles
  • 2018 – 99,588 miles
  • 2017 – 93,872 miles
  • 2016 – 86,235 miles
  • 2015 – 78,737 miles
  • 2014 – 59,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,376 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,376 miles (+11,014)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    170,376 miles
    Test number
    273736212762
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass159,362 miles (+11,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    159,362 miles
    Test number
    407908284141
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass148,195 miles (+10,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    148,195 miles
    Test number
    687916245398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass137,403 miles (+11,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    137,403 miles
    Test number
    407194763971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass126,401 miles (+8,700)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    126,401 miles
    Test number
    823902341875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass117,701 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    117,701 miles
    Test number
    912724716779
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail117,701 miles (+7,670)4 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,701 miles
    Test number
    637812476260
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass110,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    110,031 miles
    Test number
    412802092677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail110,031 miles (+5,054)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,031 miles
    Test number
    775485169165
    • DangerousOffside Rear Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass104,977 miles (+5,389)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    104,977 miles
    Test number
    280624739849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    99,588 miles
    Test number
    955030632038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,588 miles (+5,716)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,588 miles
    Test number
    838965641150
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass93,872 miles (+7,637)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,872 miles
    Test number
    691309551843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    86,235 miles
    Test number
    997370489486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,235 miles (+7,498)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,235 miles
    Test number
    421685850645
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  16. Pass78,737 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,737 miles
    Test number
    318045415209
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail78,737 miles (+19,180)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,737 miles
    Test number
    917205915281
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass59,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,557 miles
    Test number
    527795694154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 AYB

Does S6 AYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 AYB is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 AYB?
The MOT on S6 AYB is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 AYB done?
S6 AYB was recorded at 170,376 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 9,106 miles a year.
Has S6 AYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 AYB has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on S6 AYB 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 S6 AYB find?
S6 AYB passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust flexi deteriorated; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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