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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S6 BNCMOT history

S6 BNC is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 223,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

S6 BNC silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
223,809 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 BNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 BNC was last recorded at 223,809 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 12,878 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,931 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,878 miles
Average per year
13,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 223,809 miles
  • 2024 – 210,931 miles
  • 2023 – 202,647 miles
  • 2022 – 197,503 miles
  • 2021 – 191,892 miles
  • 2020 – 176,272 miles
  • 2019 – 171,572 miles
  • 2018 – 157,231 miles
  • 2017 – 128,014 miles
  • 2016 – 110,839 miles
  • 2015 – 83,735 miles
  • 2014 – 69,873 miles
  • 2013 – 52,445 miles
  • 2012 – 35,569 miles
  • 2011 – 25,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,809 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,809 miles (+12,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    223,809 miles
    Test number
    779931191399
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass210,931 miles (+8,284)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    210,931 miles
    Test number
    134874177246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  3. Pass202,647 miles (+5,144)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    202,647 miles
    Test number
    913221322980
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s/r and n/s/r
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  4. Pass197,503 miles (+5,611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    197,503 miles
    Test number
    868853122241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  5. Pass191,892 miles (+15,620)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    191,892 miles
    Test number
    264494701795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass176,272 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    176,272 miles
    Test number
    761582797679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail176,272 miles (+4,700)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,272 miles
    Test number
    242707247014
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass171,572 miles (+14,341)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    171,572 miles
    Test number
    537841043795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass157,231 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    157,231 miles
    Test number
    573529288601
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail157,231 miles (+29,217)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,231 miles
    Test number
    823638882880
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass128,014 miles (+17,175)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    128,014 miles
    Test number
    538787488954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    110,839 miles
    Test number
    912234465107
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Fail110,837 miles (+13,404)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,837 miles
    Test number
    228216879551
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  14. Pass97,433 miles (+13,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    97,433 miles
    Test number
    966951618029
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass83,735 miles (+13,862)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    83,735 miles
    Test number
    426269225051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass69,873 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,873 miles
    Test number
    519345134021
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber bump stop starting to perish
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil residue on n/s of engine
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail69,873 miles (+17,428)1 failure4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,873 miles
    Test number
    838224434066
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber bump stop starting to perish
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil residue on n/s of engine
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass52,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    52,445 miles
    Test number
    218278833080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,445 miles (+16,876)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,445 miles
    Test number
    688368633005
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass35,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    35,569 miles
    Test number
    486756322023
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail35,569 miles (+9,900)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,569 miles
    Test number
    696756722060
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass25,669 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    25,669 miles
    Test number
    339627941071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about S6 BNC

Does S6 BNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 BNC is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S6 BNC?
The MOT on S6 BNC is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 BNC done?
S6 BNC was recorded at 223,809 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 13,387 miles a year.
Has S6 BNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 BNC has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on S6 BNC 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 BNC find?
S6 BNC passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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