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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

V6 NDBMOT history

V6 NDB is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 242,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

V6 NDB grey 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 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
242,857 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 NDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
16 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 NDB was last recorded at 242,857 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 8,859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,998 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,859 miles
Average per year
14,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 242,857 miles
  • 2025 – 233,998 miles
  • 2024 – 225,190 miles
  • 2023 – 218,608 miles
  • 2022 – 211,838 miles
  • 2021 – 205,325 miles
  • 2020 – 197,170 miles
  • 2019 – 187,636 miles
  • 2018 – 175,298 miles
  • 2017 – 157,878 miles
  • 2016 – 135,741 miles
  • 2015 – 107,586 miles
  • 2014 – 77,254 miles
  • 2013 – 60,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,857 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear subframe

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,857 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    242,857 miles
    Test number
    633225451269
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear subframe

  2. Fail242,857 miles (+8,859)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,857 miles
    Test number
    991873224782
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear subframe

  3. Pass233,998 miles (+8,808)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    233,998 miles
    Test number
    581950961538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass225,190 miles (+6,582)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    225,190 miles
    Test number
    222638112890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass218,608 miles (+6,770)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    218,608 miles
    Test number
    744050955913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass211,838 miles (+6,513)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    211,838 miles
    Test number
    990405226579
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s/r seat folded down. restricted by child seat unable to test belts

  7. Pass205,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    205,325 miles
    Test number
    280189525286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail205,325 miles (+8,155)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,325 miles
    Test number
    653525841070
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass197,170 miles (+9,534)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    197,170 miles
    Test number
    289069896256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass187,636 miles (+12,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    187,636 miles
    Test number
    644265281529
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass175,298 miles (+17,420)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    175,298 miles
    Test number
    307605171325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass157,878 miles (+22,137)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    157,878 miles
    Test number
    894114329810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    135,741 miles
    Test number
    628240597966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail135,741 miles (+28,155)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,741 miles
    Test number
    974182394560
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass107,586 miles (+30,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    107,586 miles
    Test number
    542688039513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass77,254 miles (+16,314)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    77,254 miles
    Test number
    125652144275
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass60,940 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,940 miles
    Test number
    585316353278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,770 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,770 miles
    Test number
    567013053295
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V6 NDB

Does V6 NDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 NDB is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 NDB?
The MOT on V6 NDB is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 NDB done?
V6 NDB was recorded at 242,857 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 14,013 miles a year.
Has V6 NDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 NDB has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V6 NDB 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 V6 NDB find?
V6 NDB passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded both rears; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall, and 3 more.

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