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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S6 MSMMOT history

S6 MSM is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 29 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 108,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
108,493 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 MSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 MSM was last recorded at 108,493 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 6,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,218 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,275 miles
Average per year
5,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,493 miles
  • 2025 – 102,218 miles
  • 2024 – 100,202 miles
  • 2023 – 96,067 miles
  • 2022 – 91,300 miles
  • 2021 – 87,085 miles
  • 2020 – 82,900 miles
  • 2019 – 79,117 miles
  • 2018 – 72,464 miles
  • 2017 – 67,579 miles
  • 2016 – 60,612 miles
  • 2015 – 52,828 miles
  • 2014 – 41,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,493 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,493 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    108,493 miles
    Test number
    174098388978
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail108,493 miles (+6,275)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,493 miles
    Test number
    115374398111
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,218 miles (+2,016)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    102,218 miles
    Test number
    742179578011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted front and rear

  4. Pass100,202 miles (+4,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,202 miles
    Test number
    275008202451
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass96,067 miles (+4,767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,067 miles
    Test number
    663202870644
    • 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))

  6. Pass91,300 miles (+4,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,300 miles
    Test number
    828497373441
    • 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))

  7. Pass87,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,085 miles
    Test number
    243570095496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail87,078 miles (+4,178)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,078 miles
    Test number
    794718926504
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass82,900 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    82,900 miles
    Test number
    774557924079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,870 miles (+3,753)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,870 miles
    Test number
    931311954907
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 RF (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass79,117 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    79,117 miles
    Test number
    636576934601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,981 miles (+6,517)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,981 miles
    Test number
    693726361447
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass72,464 miles (+4,885)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    72,464 miles
    Test number
    356797723502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,579 miles
    Test number
    100970910182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,579 miles (+6,967)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,579 miles
    Test number
    590747405829
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  16. Pass60,612 miles (+7,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,612 miles
    Test number
    759651664009
    • 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)

  17. Pass52,828 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    52,828 miles
    Test number
    156373905111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,621 miles (+11,499)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,621 miles
    Test number
    235698395066
    • DangerousOffside front tyre heavily worn on inner edge
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre heavily worn on in the inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  19. Pass41,122 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,122 miles
    Test number
    239454584073
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Fail41,122 miles1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,122 miles
    Test number
    605344684017
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about S6 MSM

Does S6 MSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 MSM is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 MSM?
The MOT on S6 MSM is valid until 11 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 MSM done?
S6 MSM was recorded at 108,493 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 5,403 miles a year.
Has S6 MSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 MSM has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S6 MSM 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 MSM find?
S6 MSM passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner sill; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides, and 1 more.

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