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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 1,995 cc

S6 HTAMOT history

S6 HTA is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 206,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

S6 HTA green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
206,932 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 HTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 HTA was last recorded at 206,932 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 4,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,763 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,169 miles
Average per year
6,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 206,932 miles
  • 2025 – 202,763 miles
  • 2024 – 197,647 miles
  • 2023 – 194,532 miles
  • 2022 – 191,845 miles
  • 2021 – 189,460 miles
  • 2020 – 187,080 miles
  • 2019 – 178,060 miles
  • 2018 – 175,597 miles
  • 2017 – 167,820 miles
  • 2016 – 157,078 miles
  • 2015 – 146,742 miles
  • 2014 – 137,860 miles
  • 2013 – 130,782 miles
  • 2012 – 123,420 miles
  • 2011 – 117,321 miles
  • 2010 – 116,286 miles
  • 2009 – 109,775 miles
  • 2008 – 94,874 miles
  • 2007 – 85,586 miles
  • 2006 – 73,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,932 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar 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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,932 miles (+4,169)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    206,932 miles
    Test number
    388396911781
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass202,763 miles (+5,116)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    202,763 miles
    Test number
    610766542315
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass197,647 miles (+3,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    197,647 miles
    Test number
    954664895257
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass194,532 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    194,532 miles
    Test number
    584122287285
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    953928986513
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass191,845 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    191,845 miles
    Test number
    854333458346
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTSIDE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail191,844 miles (+2,384)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,844 miles
    Test number
    784389629345
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm OUTSIDE (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER AND OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTSIDE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass189,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    189,460 miles
    Test number
    856053296158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail189,460 miles (+2,380)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,460 miles
    Test number
    226994339391
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass187,080 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    187,080 miles
    Test number
    583401824881
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail187,079 miles (+9,019)3 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,079 miles
    Test number
    768927921584
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass178,060 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    178,060 miles
    Test number
    327728727236
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail178,059 miles (+2,462)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,059 miles
    Test number
    245636772198
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass175,597 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    175,597 miles
    Test number
    743203227691
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear rear diff lecking oil

  15. Fail175,575 miles (+7,755)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,575 miles
    Test number
    602147732350
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding binding after handbrake applied (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass167,820 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    167,820 miles
    Test number
    746450951634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail167,768 miles (+10,690)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,768 miles
    Test number
    287164648712
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass157,078 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    157,078 miles
    Test number
    548580633811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail157,000 miles (+10,258)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,000 miles
    Test number
    570235702339
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  20. Pass146,742 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    146,742 miles
    Test number
    797252145011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail146,513 miles (+8,653)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,513 miles
    Test number
    545215035079
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  22. Pass137,860 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    137,860 miles
    Test number
    998148634055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail137,793 miles (+7,011)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,793 miles
    Test number
    137951334093
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass130,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    130,782 miles
    Test number
    755522733090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail130,782 miles (+7,362)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,782 miles
    Test number
    115391733432
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass123,420 miles (+6,099)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    123,420 miles
    Test number
    816797122016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,321 miles (+1,035)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    117,321 miles
    Test number
    378478021020
    • NoteSlight blow from front exhaust. rear number plate deteriorated.

  28. Fail116,286 miles (+6,511)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,286 miles
    Test number
    784545550313
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass109,775 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    109,775 miles
    Test number
    624151659344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Fail109,775 miles (+14,901)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,775 miles
    Test number
    104441659383
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass94,874 miles (+9,288)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    94,874 miles
    Test number
    343616918179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass85,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    85,586 miles
    Test number
    254716697010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail85,586 miles (+12,504)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,586 miles
    Test number
    190686997090
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  34. Pass73,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    73,082 miles
    Test number
    792066176022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 HTA

Does S6 HTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 HTA is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 HTA?
The MOT on S6 HTA is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 HTA done?
S6 HTA was recorded at 206,932 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 6,703 miles a year.
Has S6 HTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 HTA has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S6 HTA 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 HTA find?
S6 HTA passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened.

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