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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S6 GLDMOT history

S6 GLD is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 143,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

S6 GLD grey 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 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
143,455 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 GLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
11 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 GLD was last recorded at 143,455 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 10,969 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,486 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10,969 miles
Average per year
10,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,455 miles
  • 2025 – 132,486 miles
  • 2024 – 122,303 miles
  • 2023 – 111,277 miles
  • 2022 – 100,033 miles
  • 2021 – 88,421 miles
  • 2020 – 81,746 miles
  • 2019 – 72,222 miles
  • 2018 – 65,036 miles
  • 2017 – 53,205 miles
  • 2016 – 41,167 miles
  • 2015 – 29,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,455 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in A zone (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes corroding under outer coating, in places (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive General age related corrosion to chassis rails, floor, inner wheel arches/turret tops and suspension components. (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,455 miles (+10,969)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    143,455 miles
    Test number
    337104006396
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in A zone (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes corroding under outer coating, in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive General age related corrosion to chassis rails, floor, inner wheel arches/turret tops and suspension components. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,486 miles (+10,183)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    132,486 miles
    Test number
    250776778942
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper cover split. Opens on lock to lock check. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes corroding under outer coating, in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive General age related corrosion to chassis rails, floor, inner wheel arches/turret tops and suspension components. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,303 miles (+11,026)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    122,303 miles
    Test number
    370844353049
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in o/s rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass111,277 miles (+11,244)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,277 miles
    Test number
    573292461919
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper cover split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge CLOSE TO LIMIT. Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,033 miles (+156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,033 miles
    Test number
    230435997271
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  6. Fail99,877 miles (+11,456)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,877 miles
    Test number
    961472336061
    • MajorBrake performance not tested equipment wont register due to under inflated tyre (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  7. Pass88,421 miles (+6,675)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,421 miles
    Test number
    254098942850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,746 miles (+9,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,746 miles
    Test number
    687296266099
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Removed device holder from centre of windscreen.

  9. Pass72,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,222 miles
    Test number
    967407440599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,221 miles (+7,185)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,221 miles
    Test number
    799949762581
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass65,036 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    65,036 miles
    Test number
    750694393015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,940 miles (+11,735)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,940 miles
    Test number
    822195525391
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass53,205 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,205 miles
    Test number
    968469725011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulders devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  14. Fail53,205 miles (+12,038)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,205 miles
    Test number
    920911745417
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulders devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  15. Pass41,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,167 miles
    Test number
    206137521096
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail41,167 miles (+11,249)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,167 miles
    Test number
    518038667884
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass29,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,918 miles
    Test number
    714197128141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 GLD

Does S6 GLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 GLD is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 GLD?
The MOT on S6 GLD is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 GLD done?
S6 GLD was recorded at 143,455 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 10,336 miles a year.
Has S6 GLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 GLD has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S6 GLD 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 GLD find?
S6 GLD passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in a zone; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes corroding under outer coating, in places; driver's view items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners, and 4 more.

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