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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

V6 SHKMOT history

V6 SHK is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 199,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

V6 SHK black 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 11 May 2027
Mileage
199,981 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 SHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 SHK was last recorded at 199,981 miles on 12 May 2026, 9,400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
190,581 miles · 8 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
9,400 miles
Average per year
10,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,981 miles
  • 2022 – 190,581 miles
  • 2019 – 178,954 miles
  • 2018 – 170,366 miles
  • 2017 – 152,500 miles
  • 2015 – 149,918 miles
  • 2014 – 137,650 miles
  • 2013 – 122,502 miles
  • 2012 – 95,591 miles
  • 2011 – 76,927 miles
  • 2010 – 54,212 miles
  • 2009 – 22,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,981 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,981 miles (+9,400)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    199,981 miles
    Test number
    893480544618
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass190,581 miles (+11,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    190,581 miles
    Test number
    560991212502
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass178,954 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    178,954 miles
    Test number
    218888593167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail178,954 miles (+8,588)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,954 miles
    Test number
    887389021345
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass170,366 miles (+17,866)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    170,366 miles
    Test number
    502073399769
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Pass152,500 miles (+2,582)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    152,500 miles
    Test number
    728022823806
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Pass149,918 miles (+12,268)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    149,918 miles
    Test number
    829991237158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass137,650 miles (+15,148)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    137,650 miles
    Test number
    378757354360
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteRear brake pads becoming low

  9. Pass122,502 miles (+26,911)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    122,502 miles
    Test number
    755578653333
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  10. Pass95,591 miles (+18,664)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,591 miles
    Test number
    658032982115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs slightly worn

  11. Pass76,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,927 miles
    Test number
    997063081142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,927 miles (+22,715)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,927 miles
    Test number
    586533181198
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  13. Pass54,212 miles (+31,545)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    54,212 miles
    Test number
    291488160191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  14. Pass22,667 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,667 miles
    Test number
    171910669198
    • NoteOff side and near side rear tyres wearing on edge

  15. Fail22,667 miles1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,667 miles
    Test number
    244860269186
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side and near side rear tyres wearing on edge

Questions about V6 SHK

Does V6 SHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 SHK is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 SHK?
The MOT on V6 SHK is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 SHK done?
V6 SHK was recorded at 199,981 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 10,478 miles a year.
Has V6 SHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 SHK has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on V6 SHK 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 SHK find?
V6 SHK passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 5 advisories: general corrosion; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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