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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S6 XBMMOT history

S6 XBM is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

S6 XBM red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
135,951 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 XBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 XBM was last recorded at 135,951 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 1,944 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,007 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,944 miles
Average per year
7,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,951 miles
  • 2025 – 134,007 miles
  • 2024 – 132,415 miles
  • 2022 – 127,273 miles
  • 2021 – 114,288 miles
  • 2020 – 111,245 miles
  • 2019 – 107,099 miles
  • 2018 – 91,182 miles
  • 2017 – 78,454 miles
  • 2016 – 72,129 miles
  • 2015 – 58,401 miles
  • 2014 – 52,407 miles
  • 2013 – 40,545 miles
  • 2012 – 33,006 miles
  • 2011 – 24,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,951 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • DIFF IS SLIGHTLY NOSIE.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,951 miles (+1,944)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    135,951 miles
    Test number
    405693607354
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass134,007 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    134,007 miles
    Test number
    360005491415
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail134,007 miles (+1,592)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,007 miles
    Test number
    294084244191
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass132,415 miles (+5,142)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    132,415 miles
    Test number
    462685063774
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass127,273 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    127,273 miles
    Test number
    584012518189
    • AdvisoryDIFF IS SLIGHTLY NOSIE.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail127,270 miles (+12,982)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,270 miles
    Test number
    329528238453
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDIFF IS SLIGHTLY NOSIE.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass114,288 miles (+3,043)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,288 miles
    Test number
    774664472867
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass111,245 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,245 miles
    Test number
    441973881993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,099 miles
    Test number
    169197242230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,099 miles (+15,917)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,099 miles
    Test number
    585325305433
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  11. Pass91,182 miles (+12,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    91,182 miles
    Test number
    417248710985
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass78,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,454 miles
    Test number
    642022345527
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Fail78,454 miles (+6,325)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,454 miles
    Test number
    303002143303
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass72,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,129 miles
    Test number
    387676378076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,129 miles (+23)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,129 miles
    Test number
    825412499558
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail72,106 miles (+13,705)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,106 miles
    Test number
    154390102010
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light came on twice during emissions test
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view during test

  17. Pass58,401 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,401 miles
    Test number
    442467164367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,288 miles (+5,881)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,288 miles
    Test number
    315737515476
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  19. Pass52,407 miles (+11,862)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,407 miles
    Test number
    185631524236
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear shock dust cover broken

  20. Pass40,545 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,545 miles
    Test number
    839409273119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,393 miles (+7,387)10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,393 miles
    Test number
    727453273174
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine Management light on

  22. Pass33,006 miles (+8,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,006 miles
    Test number
    477002562087
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass24,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,318 miles
    Test number
    837362341023
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S6 XBM

Does S6 XBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 XBM is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 XBM?
The MOT on S6 XBM is valid until 15 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 XBM done?
S6 XBM was recorded at 135,951 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 7,403 miles a year.
Has S6 XBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 XBM has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S6 XBM 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 XBM find?
S6 XBM passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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