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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,497 cc

S6 PTXMOT history

S6 PTX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2026.

S6 PTX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
109,622 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 PTX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 PTX was last recorded at 109,622 miles on 20 Jun 2026, 4,197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,425 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,197 miles
Average per year
6,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,622 miles
  • 2025 – 105,425 miles
  • 2024 – 98,079 miles
  • 2023 – 94,133 miles
  • 2022 – 87,348 miles
  • 2021 – 79,829 miles
  • 2020 – 73,531 miles
  • 2019 – 68,683 miles
  • 2018 – 65,319 miles
  • 2016 – 61,842 miles
  • 2015 – 55,813 miles
  • 2014 – 50,034 miles
  • 2013 – 36,231 miles
  • 2011 – 20,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,622 miles
  • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTEDRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTEDRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • HANDBRAKE ONLY JUST MADE REQUIRED READINGS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,622 miles (+4,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    109,622 miles
    Test number
    846295622389
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  2. Pass105,425 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    105,425 miles
    Test number
    639237236139
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  3. Fail105,424 miles (+7,345)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,424 miles
    Test number
    782515496618
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side BOTH SIDES LOW EFFORT (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  4. Pass98,079 miles (+3,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    98,079 miles
    Test number
    909396607575
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  5. Pass94,133 miles (+6,785)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    94,133 miles
    Test number
    687771656111
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE ONLY JUST MADE REQUIRED READINGS
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  6. Pass87,348 miles (+7,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    87,348 miles
    Test number
    356713697133
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE ONLY JUST MADE REQUIRED READINGS
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  7. Pass79,829 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    79,829 miles
    Test number
    526286636785
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail79,829 miles (+6,298)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,829 miles
    Test number
    443665362786
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass73,531 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    73,531 miles
    Test number
    445476780272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail73,531 miles (+4,848)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,531 miles
    Test number
    104577447982
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass68,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    68,683 miles
    Test number
    674892053774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,683 miles (+3,364)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,683 miles
    Test number
    396603925191
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass65,319 miles (+3,477)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    65,319 miles
    Test number
    770120698389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,842 miles
    Test number
    545340553442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,842 miles (+6,029)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,842 miles
    Test number
    287519234537
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass55,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,813 miles
    Test number
    507627795189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,813 miles (+5,779)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,813 miles
    Test number
    855534185149
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  18. Pass50,034 miles (+13,803)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,034 miles
    Test number
    647694584159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,231 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,231 miles
    Test number
    158808573414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre centre tread wearing low

  20. Fail36,231 miles (+15,778)1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,231 miles
    Test number
    197887173452
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake warning light staying on
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre centre tread wearing low
    • NotePower steering leak from around reservoir cap area

  21. Pass20,453 miles (+6,873)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    20,453 miles
    Test number
    329539171480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    13,580 miles
    Test number
    188201241470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 PTX

Does S6 PTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 PTX is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 PTX?
The MOT on S6 PTX is valid until 19 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 PTX done?
S6 PTX was recorded at 109,622 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2026, an average of 6,254 miles a year.
Has S6 PTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 PTX has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S6 PTX 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 PTX find?
S6 PTX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: engine cover fitted; under trays fitted.

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