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BMW 530

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

S6 SGAMOT history

S6 SGA is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 15 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 74,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
74,289 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 SGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 SGA was last recorded at 74,289 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 2,443 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,846 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,443 miles
Average per year
2,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,289 miles
  • 2025 – 71,846 miles
  • 2024 – 66,698 miles
  • 2023 – 61,500 miles
  • 2022 – 58,566 miles
  • 2021 – 56,150 miles
  • 2020 – 54,455 miles
  • 2019 – 52,049 miles
  • 2018 – 41,712 miles
  • 2016 – 41,505 miles
  • 2015 – 41,421 miles
  • 2012 – 41,384 miles
  • 2010 – 33,086 miles
  • 2008 – 27,699 miles
  • 2006 – 22,191 miles
  • 2005 – 17,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,289 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central High level brake light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,289 miles (+2,443)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    74,289 miles
    Test number
    152472681899
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass71,846 miles (+34)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,846 miles
    Test number
    742454798121
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral High level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail71,812 miles (+5,114)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,812 miles
    Test number
    497297907088
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral High level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass66,698 miles (+5,198)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,698 miles
    Test number
    735998660885
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass61,500 miles (+85)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    61,500 miles
    Test number
    161622824624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1st (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1st (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail61,415 miles (+2,849)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,415 miles
    Test number
    722197190815
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1st (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1st (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass58,566 miles (+2,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    58,566 miles
    Test number
    628215869021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass56,150 miles (+1,695)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,150 miles
    Test number
    935461623999
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass54,455 miles (+2,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,455 miles
    Test number
    266050581667
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass52,049 miles (+10,337)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,049 miles
    Test number
    834696660626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,712 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    41,712 miles
    Test number
    397991316945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,505 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    41,505 miles
    Test number
    220359723890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,421 miles
    Test number
    577898705105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,421 miles (+37)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,421 miles
    Test number
    605990895092
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSlight front brake bind

  15. Pass41,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,384 miles
    Test number
    858503732353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,384 miles (+8,298)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,384 miles
    Test number
    566903532344
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass33,086 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,086 miles
    Test number
    732980820313
    • NoteBonnet saftey catch needs attention
    • NoteStrong advise:front brake discs are in very poor condition

  18. Fail33,086 miles (+5,387)2 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,086 miles
    Test number
    784317210335
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteBonnet saftey catch needs attention
    • NoteStrong advise:front brake discs are in very poor condition

  19. Pass27,699 miles (+5,508)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,699 miles
    Test number
    971320118385
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  20. Pass22,191 miles (+4,589)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,191 miles
    Test number
    724623696254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    17,602 miles
    Test number
    134004805319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 SGA

Does S6 SGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 SGA is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 SGA?
The MOT on S6 SGA is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 SGA done?
S6 SGA was recorded at 74,289 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 2,792 miles a year.
Has S6 SGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 SGA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S6 SGA 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 SGA find?
S6 SGA passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 7 more.

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