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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S6 KMBMOT history

S6 KMB is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 24 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 120,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
120,067 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,096 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 KMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 KMB was last recorded at 120,067 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2018: 119,281 miles, lower than 119,282 miles on 29 May 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
120,067 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,096 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,067 miles
  • 2023 – 120,067 miles
  • 2022 – 120,036 miles
  • 2021 – 119,892 miles
  • 2020 – 119,777 miles
  • 2019 – 119,600 miles
  • 2018 – 119,281 miles
  • 2017 – 118,720 miles
  • 2016 – 117,982 miles
  • 2015 – 117,583 miles
  • 2014 – 116,825 miles
  • 2013 – 116,118 miles
  • 2012 – 115,389 miles
  • 2011 – 114,499 miles
  • 2010 – 112,610 miles
  • 2009 – 110,184 miles
  • 2008 – 107,247 miles
  • 2007 – 102,803 miles
  • 2006 – 98,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,067 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside handbrake lower reading

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,067 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    120,067 miles
    Test number
    691372824127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  2. Fail120,067 miles2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,067 miles
    Test number
    988190823529
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass120,067 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    120,067 miles
    Test number
    152193764255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front brake pipes to flexible hoses covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass120,036 miles (+144)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    120,036 miles
    Test number
    714450633599
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin front brake pads appear to be wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement font bush on forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,892 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    119,892 miles
    Test number
    534728436260
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill underbody corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail119,892 miles (+115)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,892 miles
    Test number
    772833489270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill underbody corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass119,777 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    119,777 miles
    Test number
    396155339253
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail119,771 miles (+171)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,771 miles
    Test number
    280520972779
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass119,600 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,600 miles
    Test number
    656552306475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,598 miles (+317)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,598 miles
    Test number
    607777590099
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low lens insecure (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass119,281 miles (-1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    119,281 miles
    Test number
    100518361696
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake lower reading
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills heavily corroded around jacking points

  12. Fail119,282 miles (+562)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,282 miles
    Test number
    937203859631
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake lower reading
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills heavily corroded around jacking points

  13. Pass118,720 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    118,720 miles
    Test number
    167675274320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail118,713 miles (+731)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,713 miles
    Test number
    169173911640
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint upper rear link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass117,982 miles (+399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    117,982 miles
    Test number
    898730550142
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake lower reading
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear sills corroding

  16. Pass117,583 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    117,583 miles
    Test number
    917023635192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside handbrake lower reading

  17. Fail117,582 miles (+757)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,582 miles
    Test number
    476363335125
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside handbrake lower reading

  18. Pass116,825 miles (+707)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,825 miles
    Test number
    148142144182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside headlight damp showing a poor patern

  19. Pass116,118 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    116,118 miles
    Test number
    966728643120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside & centre rear seat belt release fitted incorrectly

  20. Fail116,115 miles (+726)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,115 miles
    Test number
    307163543161
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside & centre rear seat belt release fitted incorrectly

  21. Pass115,389 miles (+890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    115,389 miles
    Test number
    607779342168
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass114,499 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    114,499 miles
    Test number
    479472151167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail114,497 miles (+1,887)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,497 miles
    Test number
    278631951431
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass112,610 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    112,610 miles
    Test number
    503819730143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Fail112,608 miles (+2,424)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,608 miles
    Test number
    224328630424
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass110,184 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    110,184 miles
    Test number
    492578149151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding

  27. Fail110,180 miles (+2,933)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,180 miles
    Test number
    391306449173
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding

  28. Pass107,247 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    107,247 miles
    Test number
    223870258476
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Fail107,247 miles (+4,444)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,247 miles
    Test number
    313689348100
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass102,803 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    102,803 miles
    Test number
    801586437103
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear suspesion top link ball joint slight wear

  31. Fail102,801 miles (+4,716)1 failure7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,801 miles
    Test number
    110706037179
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear suspension top link ball joint slight wear

  32. Pass98,085 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    98,085 miles
    Test number
    251451236485
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteHandbrake heavy

Questions about S6 KMB

Does S6 KMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 KMB is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 KMB?
The MOT on S6 KMB is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 KMB done?
S6 KMB was recorded at 120,067 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 1,096 miles a year.
Has S6 KMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 KMB has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S6 KMB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S6 KMB find?
S6 KMB passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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